Program Overview
Credits: 127
Are you ready to understand the behaviors of individuals and groups through commerce? Our Economics programs will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, theories, and analytics tools that determine how markets function.
As a Niagara University student, you’ll develop crucial skills like critical thinking, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, economic modeling and forecasting, policy analysis and evaluation, and a deep understanding of global economic issues.
Experiential Learning
Through our Center of Student Engagement, you can participate in competitions such as the Federal Reserve Challenge, travel to cities like New York, Chicago, Toronto, and London, or make site visits to notable companies.
Mentorship
You’ll be invited to join our college’s mentoring program, allowing you the opportunity to receive career advice from local business leaders while building your professional network.
Outstanding Faculty
Our faculty frequently publish in reputable academic journals and collaborate with students on research projects to present at conferences and competitions.
Studying Economics at Niagara University developed my ability to understand, interact with, and utilize complex information. My studies also enhanced my critical thinking and logical reasoning skills.Joseph Tricarico, ‘21
Discovery Awaits
What You’ll Study at Niagara University
Our Economics programs can help you tailor your studies to align with your career aspirations. The Bachelor of Arts programs offers exceptional flexibility, enabling you to combine economics with a wide array of majors and minors outside our college, including History, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, and more. The Bachelor of Science degree is structured around a rigorous core business curriculum, emphasizing practical and analytical skills in finance, marketing, and management.
In both programs, students can explore foundational courses in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, as well as advanced economic modeling. You can also choose from a diverse selection of specialized courses that will help you apply economic theory to real-world issues.
Find Your Best Self
Knowledge, Experience, and Skill Development
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Data analysis
Economic modeling and forecasting
Understanding of global economic issues
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Pursuing a minor can enhance your academic experience and broaden your expertise beyond your major field of study. The minor coursework is designed to provide foundational knowledge and specialized skills to diversity your academic credentials and future opportunities. Explore coursework for a minor in this program!
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Academic, Experiential, and Career Pathways
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Opportunities
Study Abroad opportunities
NU Finance Club
Model UN
Justice Club
Public Speaking Club
Pre-Law Student Association
Careers
Financial Services
Law
Insurance
Non-Profit Agencies
Median salary for Financial Analysts $99,890 per year according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Accreditations
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NU offers rolling admissions, which means that you can apply at any time for the upcoming semester. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and students are typically notified of an admission decision in 3-4 weeks. What’s stopping you?
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Dr. Hoontaek Seo
Associate Professor of Finance
Chair of the Economics and Finance Department
T/W/TH: 10-12 p.m.
Economics Faculty
Dr. Kristine Principe
Associate Dean of Curriculum and Program Development
Associate Professor of Economics
Dr. Krieg Tidemann
Director of Enrollment and Operations Assistant Professor of Economics