Program Overview

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Why Earn Your Economics Degree at Saint Leo University?

The Bachelor of Science - STEM degree in Economics provides students with the skills needed for professional and personal success. Focused on producing critical thinkers and logical problem solvers with strong analytical skills, coursework in the degree explores how the economic way of thinking can be applied to real-world situations. The business core courses provide you with a modern integrated business curriculum that includes broad exposure to each of the functional areas of business (accounting, finance, management and marketing) to accompany the solid foundation in economics all of which provides you with the opportunity to work in many different careers.

Undergraduate Economics Program Details

Whether interning for a firm or listening to alumni and working professionals share their industry experience, you'll understand the importance of economics in the real world and on a global scale.

• Program Overview: The Bachelor of Science - STEM degree in economics offered only at University Campus is designed for students interested in developing critical thinking skills while acquiring the knowledge of economic theories and practices that are applicable to real-world situations.
• Duration: 4 years
• Credit Hours: 120 hours

Learn Your Way: Online, On Campus, or Near You

• On-Campus Experience: Students who pursue their degrees at Saint Leo’s main campus near sunny Tampa Bay, Florida, join a community of enthusiastic learners just like them.
• Online Experience: Saint Leo University’s online learning experience provides a well-rounded education with the flexibility to tailor your course of study to meet your individual needs.
• Education Centers: You may also choose to pursue your degree through one of our education centers, which merge a traditional in-person education with the flexibility to match your lifestyle.

Career Outlook

No matter which learning experience you choose, you will receive plenty of professional development opportunities, industry knowledge from expert professors, and support from the Saint Leo community. All this together means that you will be ready for a successful career or continued studies upon graduation.

• Real-World Experience: Study abroad at one of the many international universities with whom Saint Leo maintains a partnership.
• Memberships: Membership in Saint Leo’s chapter of Phi Beta Lambda is open to all business majors.
• Competitions and Conferences: Participate in the annual Business Plan Competition or participate at conferences including Saint Leo’s annual International Business Conference.
• Career Opportunities: From the personalized attention with your instructors to internships, study abroad, and co-curricular activities, the opportunities are endless to prepare yourself for success. As an economics major, you will be able to analytically and critically solve complex problems; be skilled in working with data; and be adept at presenting information based on sound methodologies. Government, corporate, private sector, and global industries have a recognized need for graduates with a solid background and understanding of economics.
• Top Economics Degree Jobs:
  • Bank Officer
  • Business Consultant
  • Financial Analyst/Planner
  • Operations/Data Analyst

College of Business

Saint Leo University’s Donald R. Tapia College of Business provides a values-centered education that develops tomorrow’s business leaders. Our students create a personal legacy of character and integrity, developing into responsible global citizens ready to contribute to society across numerous fields. As the largest Catholic business College in the U.S., students find flexible degree program options at University Campus, education centers in five states, and online.

Accreditation

Saint Leo University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees.