Economics Bachelor's Degree

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Economics at Michigan Tech positions our graduates to stand out through personalized pathways in natural resources, data analytics, as well as business foundations.

By blending business and economics, Huskies have the valuable opportunity to work across STEM disciplines on Enterprise teams, gaining industry-level leadership experience as early as their first year. The result is a well-rounded educational experience—and graduates who are prepared to examine and solve high-level, high-tech business, economic, and social problems.

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90%

job placement rate in the College of Business
$6.15M

total scholarships and grants awarded to undergraduate business students
Top Three

Michigan Tech business students place high at the CMU New Venture Competition

Tomorrow Needs Tech-Focused Economists

An undergraduate economics degree is a strong foundation. For STEM majors, a dual degree in economics can further define your path and differentiate your résumé. Students with a passion for applying economics to natural resource and environmental issues can dive deeper into the subject by pursuing a Master of Science in Natural Resource Economics.

Be Career Ready

Earn a business degree from Michigan Tech and graduate career-ready for tomorrow's technology-driven world.

Each year, more than 400 employers come to campus to recruit Huskies at our Career Fairs. Our business grads go on to work at Fortune 500 companies, tech start-ups, small businesses, and everything in between.

Career Opportunities for STEM-Powered Economics

Budget analyst
Data analyst
Economist
Financial planner
Lawyer
Natural resource manager
Policy maker
Statistician

STEM + Business, Only at Michigan Tech

Technology is shaping our lives faster than ever before. Michigan Tech's College of Business provides real-world graduate education experiences steeped in STEM to prepare the future business leaders of tomorrow.

Our Applied Portfolio Management Program—one of the top 50 student funds in the nation—offers Huskies from any major experience on the trading room floor managing a real investment fund (valued at $2 million).
The Silicon Valley Experience provides a one-of-a-kind spring break trip to the heart of the tech business world. Tour companies and meet with successful innovators, including Michigan Tech alumni.
Gain entrepreneurial experience on campus through peer collaboration with our Business Development Experience, creating and presenting a business plan for a Senior Design or Enterprise project.
Business-specific student organizations, the Professional Blueprint program, and internships and co-ops give students opportunities to grow and stand out.

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Tomorrow Needs You

Supercharge your entrepreneurial spirit and meet the demands of a technology-driven society at a flagship public research university powered by science, technology, engineering, and math. Graduate with the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in tomorrow's high-tech business world.

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