Economics fosters an understanding of the social world through science. Rooted in Siena’s Franciscan tradition, our program uses theory and data to assess economic policy and solve problems related to business and public issues. Gain a strong analytic foundation with a liberal arts focus, while exploring economic justice, community engagement, faculty mentorship and undergraduate research.
| program Type | Department | School |
| Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Undergraduate Minor | Economics | School of Business |
As an economics major, you'll have plenty of opportunity apply what you are learning in the classroom. Experiences offered include working with local nonprofits and community partners, research alongside faculty experts, funded summer research, presenting at regional and national conferences, fed challenge competition and an econometrics capstone project.
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Siena economics grads are particularly well-known for their exceptional analytical and problem solving skill. Careers of recent alumni include business information analyst, finance manager, account analyst, client data specialist, economist and tax manager. They are employed by top companies and organizations like AYCO, Bank of America, GE, New York State, New York Stock Exchange, The Hartford and Travelers Insurance.
Yes. An economics degree can prepare you for careers across business, finance, government, policy, consulting, research, and other fields. Economics students develop analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and communication skills that can be applied to a wide range of careers. At Siena, students combine economic theory and data analysis with a liberal arts education and opportunities for research and community engagement.
An economics degree can lead to careers in banking, finance, consulting, business, government, policy, data analysis, research, marketing, journalism, and more. Economics graduates can also pursue professional and graduate programs in areas such as law, business, public policy, and economics.
Economics graduates can pursue jobs such as financial analyst, economic analyst, data analyst, market research analyst, consultant, policy analyst, investment analyst, banking professional, researcher, and economist. Economics skills can also be applied to careers in marketing, journalism, healthcare, environmental science, and other fields.
No. Economics is the study of how people, businesses, governments, and societies make decisions when resources are limited. Economics can be used to understand issues such as employment, inflation, trade, healthcare, environmental policy, poverty, economic inequality, and business decisions. Siena students explore both economic systems and the social issues connected to them.
Economics majors learn how to analyze economic systems, interpret data, evaluate policies, and understand how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions. At Siena, students use economic theory and mathematical and statistical tools to examine business and public issues while exploring areas such as economic policy, international affairs, economic justice, and social systems.
Economics examines how resources, markets, policies, and economic systems work, while finance focuses more specifically on managing money, investments, financial markets, and financial decisions. Economics can provide preparation for careers in finance while also opening opportunities in areas such as policy, consulting, research, government, and data analysis.
