Many issues, including jobs, wages, taxes, healthcare, inflation, unemployment, inequality, pollution and poverty, are fundamentally economic issues. As an economics major, you’ll learn how to analyze the factors and processes of economic issues and will be prepared for a career in a field highly sought after by employers. The University of Wisconsin-River Falls offers a Bachelor of Science in Economics designed for students who wish to understand the complex forces that shape our world, from global trade and financial markets to labor dynamics and public policy. You will develop a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and statistical methods, essential for tackling real-world economic challenges.
This full-time, on-campus program, studied over four years, will immerse you in core economic principles and advanced topics. You will explore areas such as managerial economics, money and banking, and political economy, gaining practical skills through coursework in statistics for economics and business. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving, preparing you to analyze economic data and trends. Graduates are well-equipped for diverse careers in finance, government, research, and business analytics, or for further graduate studies.