In the BS in Business Economics program, students will:

• Acquire the analytical skills needed to investigate and evaluate the economic effects of policy actions at local, state, national, and international levels
• Interpret economic events and conditions affecting society
• Understand economic factors that impact individuals
• Learn how economics influences business decision-making
• Explore the role of ethics in economics
• Benefit from small class sizes
• Learn from faculty who are internationally recognized scholars and experts with extensive global experience
• Have the chance to pursue research opportunities
• Gain internship experience through our unique program that includes opportunities for placement at GE, People’s United Bank, UBS, Bank of America, Bloomberg, Blum Shapiro, and Price Waterhouse Coopers
• Put your knowledge to the test in the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Lab, an experiential learning program that requires students to provide solutions to real-world local business problems
• Have the opportunity to  immerse yourself in monetary policy making as part of the Fed Challenge competition
• Be invited to travel to various corporate headquarters and business offices as part of the Welch Experience
• Use Bloomberg Terminals and economic data through databases such as Datastream and Compustat
• Have the option to study abroad
• Be part of SHU’s Jack Welch College of Business & Technology, which offers innovative programs, an active approach to learning, and experiential learning opportunities alongside networking and resume-building opportunities