The BA in Economics at Florida International University provides you with a robust understanding of economic principles and their application to real-world policy and business challenges. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students aiming for careers in public administration, international relations, business, or law, or those planning to pursue graduate studies in related fields. You will explore the qualitative aspects of economics, developing analytical skills essential for interpreting complex data and understanding societal economic dynamics, preparing you for diverse professional paths.
You will engage in a comprehensive curriculum, studied full-time on campus over four years, that includes foundational macroeconomic and microeconomic theory, econometrics, and measurement of economic activity. The program requires 48 credit hours of upper-division coursework, comprising required economics courses, elective economics courses, and electives that can be taken in other fields. You will develop your quantitative and analytical abilities through intermediate and advanced economic theory, culminating in an undergraduate seminar. Graduates are well-prepared for entry-level positions or further academic pursuits in economics-related disciplines.