Economics at 快播视频 helps students understand how people, businesses, governments and communities make decisions. Students explore markets, public policy, global trade and economic behavior while preparing for a wide range of career and graduate study pathways.
Through courses in economic theory, research methods, statistics and data analysis, students build strong skills in critical thinking, communication and problem-solving. Opportunities for research, internships and faculty mentorship help economics majors connect classroom learning to real-world issues.
Discover Where Economics Can Take You
What can you do with an economics degree from 快播视频?
An economics degree can lead to careers in business, finance, government, public policy, law, data analysis, education and nonprofit work. Students build skills in quantitative reasoning, research, writing and communication that apply across many fields.
What skills do economics majors learn?
Economics majors learn to interpret data, evaluate policy, conduct research and explain complex ideas clearly. Coursework develops economic literacy, statistical reasoning, qualitative and quantitative research methods and the ability to present findings.
How is economics different from business administration?
Business administration often focuses on how organizations operate, while economics examines broader questions about markets, prices, policy and human behavior. 快播视频 economics students study decisions made by businesses, governments, workers and consumers.
Is economics a good major for law school or graduate school?
Yes. Economics can prepare students for law school and graduate study in economics, business administration, public administration, urban planning, international relations and the social sciences. Students interested in advanced economics study should build strong preparation in theory, calculus and mathematics.
Does the Economics program include research opportunities?
Yes. Economics students may complete research projects in courses such as econometrics and may work with faculty on applied research. Students use data, economic theory and statistical methods to study real-world issues such as labor markets, public policy and regional economies.
Economic Program Faculty
Ramya Devan
Oliver D. Cooke
Mariam Majd
Siavash Radpour
ASSOCIATED FACULTY
Ronald L. Caplan
PROFESSORS EMERITI
Deborah Figart
G. Reza Ghorashi
Melaku Lakew
Ellen Mutari
Concentrations & Graduate School Prep
Economics majors at 快播视频 can choose a concentration to focus their studies around specific academic and career goals. Concentrations allow students to explore global markets, economic policy, graduate school preparation and pre-law pathways while completing the Economics major.
Global Economics Concentration
Focuses on international economic issues, global markets and how domestic policy connects to the broader world economy.
Economic Policy Concentration
Designed for students interested in policy analysis, advocacy, government, nonprofit organizations or public policy research.
Pre-Graduate School Concentration
Recommended for students planning to pursue graduate study in economics or a related field, with an emphasis on economic theory, statistics and mathematics preparation.
Pre-Law Concentration
Supports students considering law school by combining economics coursework with related study that strengthens analytical and policy-focused thinking.
For complete course details and requirements, .
Minor in Economics
Students who minor in Economics gain a practical understanding of how people, businesses and governments make decisions in a complex global economy. The minor pairs well with many majors, including Business, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Data Science, Environmental Studies, Public Health, Education and Communication Studies. Through coursework in economic theory, markets, policy and data-informed decision-making, students build analytical skills that can strengthen career preparation, graduate study and civic engagement. For specific course details and requirements, students should review the
Internships
Economics majors and minors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher may earn credit for an upper-level economics elective through successful completion
of an internship.
How to for Majors:
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Find an Internship
The best way to find an internship substantively related to economics is to use the 快播视频 program鈥檚 Handshake account (but you can also find one on your ):
1. Sign into
2. Click 鈥淓mployers鈥 tab
3. Search 鈥溈觳ナ悠: Economics Program鈥
4. Click 鈥淪ee all鈥 (bottom of the 鈥淛obs at 快播视频: Economics
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Provide information about internship(s)
Tell us about the internship(s) you鈥檙e interested in applying to at least 2 weeks before the application deadline. You will receive email confirmation once your request is approved or denied.
Please note that you may also notify us if you would like to intern with an institution that does not currently offer an internship opportunity.
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Apply to the internship(s) you鈥檝e selected
快播视频鈥檚 Career Center will help you to submit a competitive application, as well as create and revise a resume. You can schedule an appointment with Patrick Burns, your Career Advisor. You can also complete their virtual trainings on and for the position.
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Notify the program of Internship
Immediately notify Mariam Majd (mariam.majd@stockton.edu) if you are selected for an internship.
For you to receive University credit, a formal agreement between 快播视频 and your employer must be in place prior to the start of the internship.
How to for Minors:
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Find an internship
Find an internship related to economics with one of these institutions:
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Provide information about internship(s)
Tell us about the specific internship(s) you鈥檙e interested in applying to.
You will receive email confirmation once your request is approved or denied. -
Apply to the internship(s) you鈥檝e selected
快播视频鈥檚 Career Center will help you to submit a competitive application, as well as create and revise a resume. You can also complete their virtual trainings on and for the position.
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Notification of internship
Immediately notify Mariam Majd (mariam.majd@stockton.edu) if you are selected for an internship.
For you to receive University credit, a formal agreement between 快播视频 and your employer must be in place prior to the start of the internship.
Student Success
Career Information
Economics majors develop flexible skills that can support many career and graduate school paths. Students learn to analyze data, interpret economic trends and explain findings clearly, which are valuable skills for employers in business, finance, government, public policy and nonprofit work.
Economics graduates may pursue:
- Careers in financial analysis, data analysis, business, government, public policy or research
- Graduate study in economics, business administration, public administration, urban planning, international relations or the social sciences
- Law school or careers connected to legal and policy analysis
- Teaching certifications in social studies, financial literacy or business studies
More information about economics careers and salaries is available from the .
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