Program Overview

Economics Program Overview

The Western Michigan University College of Arts and Sciences offers an economics program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become economists or pursue a variety of careers, including business, law, foreign service, journalism, public administration, or teaching.

Program Description

To be successful as an economist, students need to apply rational decision-making procedures to complex questions, requiring an ability to think analytically. The program provides a strong foundation for careers in economics and related fields.

Beyond the Classroom

As an economics student at WMU, students may consider joining the Economics Student Association, which meets bi-weekly to educate and promote interaction between economics students and those interested in economics. Tutoring is also available through the organization.

Career Outcomes

Recent WMU graduates with degrees in economics are working in various roles, including:

• Business managers
• Commodities traders
• Consumer affairs directors
• Credit analysts
• Economists
• Estate planners
• Financial officers
• Financial planners or analysts
• Health care administrators
• Insurance sales people
• International trade specialists
• Journalists
• Management consultants
• Market research analysts
• Public administrators
• Real estate agents or brokers
• Statisticians

These graduates are employed by organizations such as:

• Banks and financial institutions
• Real estate companies
• Mortgage companies
• Insurance agencies

Program Location

The economics program is offered in Kalamazoo.

Related Programs

Other programs of interest include:

• Economics in Business
• Mathematics
• Pre-Law
• Statistics