BA in Economics

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

Economics is the science of decision-making. It provides a framework for understanding how human interactions and exchanges work. Economists identify and analyze the costs and benefits of financial and policy decisions and look for trends in data. Whether you pursue the bachelor of arts degree in economics, the BA in economics with a concentration in Applied Economics, or the BA in Economics with a concentration in Healthcare Services Administration, we'll help you develop analytical skills that will enable you to successfully enter any of a number of industries as a professional. As an economics major at UMass Dartmouth, you'll learn how to:, collect and analyze micro and macroeconomic data, evaluate findings from data analysis, formulate recommendations for business decisions and policymakers, interpret and forecast market trends, research economic issues and evaluate policy solutions, Economists pursue careers in business, economic journalism, finance, government, insurance, management, public policy and real estate. Your degree will also prepare you for graduate study in areas such as business, policy, and law.

College of Arts and Sciences