Economics
Economists study how society creates and distributes value among its members. At APU, students may choose broadly from among the economics courses offered. Alternatively, students may select an area of concentration. Business economics studies the supply and demand decisions of individuals and firms, the market structure and competitive conditions of particular industries, the effects of policy changes on business and social decisions, and the employment and wage conditions in the society. The focus is on the economic environment of business rather than on business operations. International development economics examines the needs of the developing world and how economic and social conditions are changing in those countries, the structure of domestic and international economic systems, and the role of small and large-scale efforts to improve the living conditions of these people.
Career Opportunities
Economics teaches students to think critically and analytically and prepares them to address complex problems in a wide variety of settings. Graduates may work on business or policy analysts, or in such diverse fields as law, journalism, education, non-governmental and missions organizations, and international affairs. Students interested in graduate study in economics will benefit from taking additional mathematics courses.
