B.S. (Economics)

In the B.S. Economics program at Regis, you will study the concepts of macroeconomic and microeconomic behavior, international economics, trade and finance to understand how economic systems function on a number of different levels.

Studying Economics at Regis 

• Economics complements business in that economists are interested in why individuals and firms behave the way they do, rather than in finding ways for specific individuals or firms to increase their own welfare or profits. Economics provides the theoretical foundation for most of the practical and applied courses offered in the business curriculum.

Sample Economics Classes

EC 4100: Microeconomic Theory

• Analyze consumer behavior and market structures and their impact on the economic well-being of society.

EC 4110: Macroeconomic Theory

• Study various monetary and fiscal policies and their impact on economic growth and national income. 

EC 4120: Econometrics

• Use mathematical models to analyze economic variables when testing theory, evaluating policy and making economic forecasts.

Program Details

• Get all the details on our B.S. Economics program, including course requirements and application materials, by referencing the latest academic catalog.

Economics Career Paths

Economic Forecaster

• Economic Forecasters gather data on inventory levels, how fast products are being produced and how much demand there is for a certain product. After gathering the data, Economic Forecasters calculate and predict at what rate companies need to be producing their product to increase sales.

Global Trade Specialist

• Global Trade Specialists are responsible for managing international finance activities and making sure that payments are being received for imports and exports. Global Trade Specialists should also expect to serve as consultants on topics such as trade markets, tariffs and federal/foreign laws.

Economist

• Economists are financial specialists that analyze the economy and its activity. Typically, Economists spend their time compiling financial and socioeconomic data and advising their clients which could be companies or organizations on their economic decisions.