Economics

Economics is a social science that reaches far beyond government policy and the stock market. Economists aim to improving people’s lives by using economic models to study, predict, and evaluate human decisions, business strategies, and government policies. This broad science is commonly applied to competitive and noncompetitive business strategies, education and labor decisions, health and healthcare markets, environmental issues, developing countries and extreme poverty, taxes, trade, government debt, macroeconomic fluctuations, and more. Economic training addresses the fundamental relationships that form the core of many important debates in our society today.

The study of economics is challenging because it blends training in analytical skills, theoretical models, and contextual analysis into one unifying framework. As students master the study of economics, they learn how to use theoretical and factual information, while developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Each of these skills is greatly valued by potential employers and prepares students for fulfilling and gainful employment. At Texas Lutheran University, you can pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, a Bachelor of Business Administration with Specialization in Economics, or a Minor in Economics. The various programs include core courses in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Econometrics, and give flexible elective offerings. Students have the option of choosing electives to prepare for employment following graduation or tailoring their program to prepare for graduate studies in various related fields such as economics, data science, law, finance, and actuarial science.

Programs

Major

Major in Economics, B.A.

Minor

Economic Minor

Courses

Economics