Economics

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DEGREE

Bachelor of Arts

CAREER IDEAS

Banker, Consultant to Businesses and/or Governments, Econometrician, Economic Analyst, Financial Analyst, Government Economist, Market Research Analyst, Research Assistant

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS

William C. Perkins, Department Chair

(914) 323-5149
william.perkins@mville.edu

Economics is a way of thinking, a method of inquiry used by both private sector decision-makers and policy-makers in business, government, and society at large. As an Economics major you will develop the analytic ability to frame and solve complicated problems that arise in business, in government, and in society.

Overview Requirements Faculty and Staff

An undergraduate major in economics can serve as the basis for a successful and challenging career or as the foundation for graduate or professional study. Graduates can look forward to opportunities in business, law, Foreign Service, government, or financial services. Students desiring more education will have the undergraduate background to undertake graduate study in economics, business, or public policy. The economics major is also well regarded by law schools.

Manhattanville College also has the Economic Freedom Institute is an enterprise which catalyzes both the popular and scholarly discussion of issues related to economic freedom. Find more information about EFI here.

Economics, Finance & Management at Manhattanville