Bachelor of Science in General Economics - Human Resources

The undergraduate major in economics develops three skills: logical thought used in solving problems, observation and inference from data, and presenting ideas in compelling writing and speech. Students who study economics will learn to use ideas developed by economists and to investigate current issues. Why Study Economics - General Economics? Economics is the study of the way society uses resources such as labor, land, raw materials and machinery to produce goods and services. Economists analyze costs, benefits, conduct research, collect and analyze data, and monitor economic trends. Economics majors work in various careers within corporations, government agencies, and places of learning. Related Skills Critical thinker Good math and computer skills Ability to prepare reports Strong oral and communication skills Flexible and adaptive to new ideas Logical thinker Ability to research and explain market phenomena Ability to collect data Ability to make sound predictions