Bachelor in Economics
North Central College
Key Information
Campus location
Naperville, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 42,866 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
Why pursue an economics degree at North Central College?
Working closely with our well-respected faculty, you’ll develop not only your quantitative skills but also your reasoning and decision-making skills when pursuing an economics major at our college. Using examples from today’s headlines to evaluate the theories that affect public policy and market forces, you’ll discover how best to draw conclusions from data and present your findings convincingly. This careful training from our economics courses will serve you well in virtually any career since thoughtful decision-makers are always in demand. If you are ready to pursue a bachelor of economics, North Central College is here to guide you on the path of higher education. Our economics program offers more than elective courses and business classes. At North Central College, we strive to prepare our students with both analytical skills and problem-solving skills so they can be as prepared as possible when entering the workforce. Our degree program gives students the opportunity to receive hands-on experience, apply for internships, and learn from top faculty members while studying at our college of business.
You can also:
- Apply for competitive internships and job opportunities arranged through faculty and alumni networks or through our Career Development office.
- Join student organizations like the Invisible Hand Economics Club, which arranges networking events and guest speakers.
- Visit the nearby Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Board Options Exchange, and Federal Reserve.
- Work with local schools through the newly established Center for Financial Literacy.
- Research your interests alongside faculty and present your findings on campus or at national conferences.
- Simulate trades and access thousands of proprietary reports and data screens in the Bloomberg Finance Lab, where 10 workstations are equipped with the Bloomberg Terminal software, the iconic dual monitors, and Bloomberg’s unique keyboards. You can also choose to become “Bloomberg certified” by completing a series of modules that cover economic theory, economic indicators, currencies, fixed income vehicles, options, equities, and more.
Curriculum
Economics, BA
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree is most appropriate for students planning to seek general business careers or entry-level government positions.
Major Requirements
- ECON 200 - Principles of Microeconomics
- ECON 205 - Principles of Macroeconomics
- ECON 365 - Econometrics
- ECON 400 - Intermediate Microeconomics
- ECON 405 - Intermediate Macroeconomics
- ECON 450 - Economics Capstone Seminar
- Ten credit hours of ECON electives, at least eight of which are at the 300-level or above
- BUSN 265 - Business and Economics Statistics *
Note:
* PSYC 250 may be substituted for BUSN 265.
Additional Requirements for the BA Degree
Foreign Language
Students must demonstrate elementary competence in a foreign language.
Economics Course
- ECON 370 - History of Economic Thought
Economics, BSc
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree is most appropriate for students planning to seek careers that demand a quantitative focus, or who intend to pursue graduate study. The B.S. degree is often paired with a minor in math.
Career Opportunities
A North Central education integrates career preparation with rich academic study. Our faculty encourages you to refine and apply your knowledge in an interconnected world. Here you'll learn to think independently and work globally to solve problems and lead.
Internships
Recent graduates in economics have served as:
- Research analyst, Waddell, and Reed, Naperville
- Public Finance Intern, Robert W. Baird, and Company
- Intern, Professional Liability Area, USLI Insurance
- Retirement planning, Northwestern Mutual, Lombard, Ill.
- Intern, finance department, OfficeMax, Naperville
- Intern, Siegfried Investment Fund, LLC
- Chicago climate exchange regulatory extern, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Chicago
- Intern, International Credit Risk Management, Northern Trust
Careers
Recent graduates in economics include:
- Consultant, NFP Insurance Solutions
- Market Intelligence Analyst, Portland Cement Association
- Financial Analyst, Gallagher Bassett
- Associate Wealth Management Advisor, Spahn Financial
- Data Analytics Specialist, MB Financial