- The economics program at Georgia Southern University Parker College of Business offers a four-year bachelor’s degrees and one specialization, in International Business, designed to give students a broad knowledge of economics.
- Economics students are engaged in advanced research, leading to conference presentations, peer-reviewed publications, co-authorship with professors, on- and off-campus recognition and awards for research and writing.
- The Department of Economics maintains a close link with the business community; a large number of internship opportunities are available to economics students in areas as diverse as economic development, marketing research and finance.
- Economics graduates are sought after by employers for their strong analytical skills and training in problem solving, often earning higher average pay than most other disciplines.