As an Economics major at JMU, you’ll study how markets function, how prices and incentives shape behavior, and how economic forces affect individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations and governments.
Students who choose economics are often analytical thinkers who enjoy exploring real-world issues through math, data and critical reasoning. They are curious about why people, organizations and markets make the choices they do and are skilled at communicating complex ideas clearly.
The program prepares you to interpret economic information, understand market dynamics and evaluate issues in areas such as financial analysis, trading, public policy and consulting. These skills can be applied across a wide range of careers, including communications, consumer advocacy and public administration.
What you'll gain:
- The ability to analyze economic data, identify trends and explain how markets respond to changes in policy or demand
- Experience researching economic issues and communicating findings through clear writing and data-driven analysis
- The ability to use statistics to interpret real-world economic trends
- Opportunities to engage with economists through the Economics Seminar Series, where you’ll hear from speakers across academia, government and industry
Three degree programs:
B.B.A. in Economics – focused on business applications and careers in industry
B.S. in Economics – emphasizes quantitative and analytical skills, with additional coursework in math and science
B.A. in Economics – offers a broader liberal arts focus with an emphasis on communication and foreign language
"I chose Econ because I wanted a major that set me up for the future when I graduate. I won’t have a problem finding a job and it’s also something that I really enjoy doing."
Abolfazl "Arash" Sodagartojgi, CoB Valedictorian ('19)
Commodity Derivatives Trading Analyst at Rabobank Wholesale Banking North America