Program Overview

Business Economics Program

The Business Economics program at Suffolk University offers a diverse business education, focusing on the factors that drive the economy. Understanding economics can help develop solutions for social problems, such as unemployment, inflation, poverty, racial inequality, and poor access to healthcare. As economic issues continue to resonate globally, the demand for experts in the field will increase.

Program Overview

The Business Economics major or minor provides a comprehensive education, combining the strengths of economics with a business core. It emphasizes business-related examples and cases, pairing well with majors or minors in Finance, Business Analytics, or Global Business. The BSBA in Business Economics is STEM-designated, making it attractive to international students who can extend their OPT by two years after graduation.

Benefits and Opportunities

Suffolk undergraduate Business Economics majors and Economics majors are eligible for preferred admission to Boston College's Applied Economics graduate program. The program prepares students to enter various fields, such as banking, insurance, management, and government. Students can also earn both their Bachelor's and Master's degrees in just five years with the Accelerated program.

Curriculum and Requirements

The Business Economics Major curriculum includes classes and requirements that refine critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and communication skills. Students can view the curriculum to learn more about the classes, requirements, and options available to complete the program.

Career Prospects

As a Business Economics major, students can enter many different fields and use Suffolk's location, alumni network, and access to internships to propel themselves forward. The program helps students develop the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen careers.

• Key skills developed:
  • Critical thinking
  • Quantitative reasoning
  • Communication
• Career fields:
  • Banking
  • Insurance
  • Management
  • Government
• Program benefits:
  • STEM-designated
  • Preferred admission to Boston College's Applied Economics graduate program
  • Accelerated program option
  • Access to internships and alumni network