Economics is a standard pre-business major, because it provides insight into the operation of individual markets for goods and services, financial markets,and the global economic system, and because it provides the quantitative and analytical skills that enable students to succeed in a wide variety of business activities. Indeed, many of our majors take jobs in finance or business consulting after graduation. Economics provides a solid foundation for students who will pursue an M.B.A. degree. Many law schools view economics as one of the best undergraduate majors because of its disciplined approach to the analysis of social issues. Some of our economics courses also relate specifically to legal issues. Again, many economics majors enter Law School directly after (or soon after) obtaining their undergraduate degree. Feedback from alumni suggests the relevance of their economics coursework as preparation for their legal studies.

careers in business, law, and in economics research and consulting.