The Economics degree provides the social science foundation for consumer choice and business decision-making. In today's rapidly changing business environment, the economist is well equipped to cope with change and to analyze the effects of change on economic conditions. Majors are prepared to assume responsible careers in business and in public and private organizations with regional, national, or international orientations. Economics is excellent preparation for law school and advanced degrees. The financial decisions of an entity include capital budgeting, cash management, credit analysis, insurance and risk management, and securities analysis.
Finance is also excellent preparation for graduate school.
The Insurance and Risk Management degree provides special training in the analysis of insurance and risk management issues. Students are provided with a solid foundation in all areas of life and health insurance, and property casualty and liability insurance. Risk management theory is an integral element of the course of study. The concentration is offered under an industry-university partnership program which includes internship opportunities and industry participation in professional development activities. There are two majors in the Management Department.