Economics (Politics and the Economy) ,BS
Business Analyst, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Data Science, Lawyer, Political Economy, Political Science, Social Scientist, government, law, statistics
Economics examines how societies, businesses and individuals deal with scarcity. This concentration adds the insights of political science to policies such as antitrust, taxation, environment and health care. Understanding the connections between these fields can prepare you to appreciate and engage in economic and public policymaking decisions.
The Bachelor of Science program in economics with a concentration in politics and the economy serves students who wish to pursue careers in business, economic and political consulting, political science, law and government.
In addition to economics coursework, the concentration requires courses that highlight the impact of government policies on the economy and the conditions under which government interventions may be warranted. Students take political science courses that provide a deep understanding of political processes and institutions, as well as methodologies for understanding the behavior relevant to them.
In addition to reviewing the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, students who are interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are advised to visit The College's website for more information and requirements.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
Any math course that meets the MATH designation, except MAT 114 College Mathematics. - Math
intensity: Moderate
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year
| Transfer
| International
| Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
The world is increasingly interconnected, and studying abroad enables students to explore economics in other countries while developing in-demand professional skills, such as cross-cultural communication and problem-solving. Summer programs can provide experience at international financial institutions and help students increase their understanding of economics on a global scale.
Students can learn more on the Global Education website.
Graduates are well prepared for successful careers in business, economic and political consulting, law and government, whether they seek employment immediately upon graduation or choose to pursue advanced degrees in law, business, economics or political science.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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6.1%
|
$76,480
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3.3%
|
$128,620
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|
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6.3%
|
$113,940
|
|
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6.3%
|
$113,940
|
|
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16.0%
|
$139,790
|
|
|
7.5%
|
$135,740
|
|
|
6.6%
|
$128,020
|
|
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3.4%
|
$48,090
|
|
|
3.3%
|
$128,620
|
|
|
7.4%
|
$67,480
|
Economics Program in CLAS
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CRTVC 412
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480-965-3531
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
