Students choose to major in economics for two strong reasons. They are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of economic phenomena and they enjoy the rigorous reasoning. A weak reason for majoring in economics is for the sake of career. Career prospects are brighter with academic success. Success is more likely when a student chooses a major where the subject matter is interesting and the required modes of thought match one's abilities.
Success is more important than field.
Choose a field where success is likely. A majority of Vanderbilt's economics majors enter professional schools within a few years of graduation. About two-thirds expect MBAs, and a quarter expect law degrees. Other students find employment in a wide variety of industries. Some also go to medical and dental schools, to graduate study in public policy, religion, and other fields as well as graduate study in economics.