Program Overview

Program Overview

The Business Economics program at Weber State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the national economy and develop critical thinking skills to solve problems in the business world.

Program Details

Degrees Offered

• Bachelor of Science in Business Economics
• Associate of Science in Business & Economics

Accreditation

The John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction held by fewer than 6% of all business schools.

Department

The program is offered through the Department of Economics within the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics.

Program Highlights

Connections and Community

Students in the business economics major develop strong connections with their professors and fellow students, sharing classes with peers who have already won awards for their research and learning from instructors celebrated for their professional contributions and mentorship.

Research Opportunities

As a business economics major, students conduct comprehensive research with direct faculty interaction and have the opportunity to publish and present their work at conferences such as the Utah Conference on Undergraduate Research and National Conference on Undergraduate Research.

Curriculum and Learning Outcomes

Balanced Knowledge

The degree provides a balanced knowledge of both economics and business skills, preparing students for a Master's of Business Administration, such as Weber State's MBA program.

Skill Development

Students become skilled in work involving data and gain knowledge and skills in fundamental areas like:

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Managerial economics
• Communication
• More

Career Opportunities

Career Paths

Graduates can work as:

• Analysts
• Researchers
• Consultants
• Bankers
• Asset managers
• Financial advisors
• In a variety of other careers

Advanced Studies

The program also prepares students for advanced work toward an MBA or a career in corporate law.

Faculty Perspective

The economics chair aims to make the department a place where students can join together with faculty to learn economics, engage in research opportunities, be creative, and achieve their career dreams.