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Lead with Logic and Economic Expertise

Our Economics program equips you with the analytical and problem-solving skills needed in today’s diverse job market. Whether you aim to shape policy, work in financial institutions, or explore other career paths, you’ll learn to approach complex issues with the clear, logical thinking of an economist. 

What You’ll Gain:

  • Critical Thinking: Develop the ability to assess conflicting interpretations and analyze diverse perspectives on economic issues.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Learn how to approach and resolve problems under conditions of uncertainty or conflict with an economist’s mindset.
  • Communication Mastery: Strengthen your interpersonal and communication skills, vital for success in any professional environment.
  • Argumentation Skills: Hone your ability to construct, present, and defend well-reasoned arguments in both written and oral formats.
  • Global Awareness: Understand economic trends and policies that impact global markets, and prepare to shape those outcomes through informed decisions.

Fredonia’s Economics program offers a wide range of economic perspectives and thinking, preparing you for success in a variety of fields.

Ready to lead with economic insight? Apply now and start building your future in economics at Fredonia!

Career Opportunities for Economics

  • Actuary
  • Auditor
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Economist
  • Financial Manager
  • Attorney
  • Benefits Manager
  • Economic Developer
  • Equity Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
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What does a 4-year degree look like?

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What are all the required and elective courses offered to obtain this degree?

ECON 315 Money/Banking/Monetary Economics

Study of money and the financial system. In particular, the operation, functions, structure and regulations of the banking system, and organization and functions of central banking. Special emphasis given to the study of monetary theories, monetary management, and the effectiveness of monetary policy.

ECON 321 Multinational Corporations

Economic analysis of the operations of multinational corporations and the implications of global production, resource allocation, and distribution of goods and services. Emphasis on capital and technology transfer, intercontinental flow of information, transaction costs, transfer pricing and tax policies.

ECON 335 Economic Development

Problems of economic growth and development of less developed countries with emphasis on economic and non-economic obstacles to growth and development, financing of development, strategy of development policy, development planning and project evaluation, industrial and agricultural development, and the role of international trade in growth and development.

Top Executives

Top executives plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals.

  • Median Salary: $103,840 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 6% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Financial Analyst

Financial analysts guide businesses and individuals in decisions about expending money to attain profit.

  • Median Salary: $98,890 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 9% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Benefits Manager

Compensation and benefits managers plan, develop, and oversee programs to pay employees.

  • Median Salary: $136,380 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 2% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree
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Why Economics at Fredonia?

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$10,000 annual departmental scholarships

Economic majors receive additional assistance to keep college affordable.

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Omicron Delta Epsilon (O.D.E.)

Local chapter of of International Honor Society of Economics, which is committed to helping Fredonia students meet the challenges of the working world and make the step from textbook to performance.

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Prestigious programs

Fredonia's School of Business is ranked among the top 5 % of business schools world-wide through our accreditation from AACSB.

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