Embrace the Analyst in You
You’re ready to put your analytical skills to work, and we’re here to help you take a holistic approach to your education. As a business economics major, you can prepare for a thrilling career as an analyst in investment banking, government, or even public policy.
Economics Major
Emphasis on behavior and overall impact of human choices on decision-making
Business Economics Major
Emphasis on the exchanging of goods between people and companies
Economics with a Business Twist
Majors in business economics are skilled in forecasting, risk analysis, economic theory and more. See how our students have forged their own paths with a major in business economics.
Thrive at USD
Your Experience as a Business Student
At the University of San Diego, not only will you receive an enriching education with renowned faculty, but you’ll also join a community that nurtures your ideas in an unparalleled setting — beautiful, sunny, eclectic San Diego. Here are a few more unique experiences you’ll take part in at the Knauss School of Business:
Think Like a Business Economist
With analytical skills in high demand, the possibilities are wide for business economics majors. Our classes will help you understand how economic data works in real business situations. Here are some of the classes you’ll take on this journey.
Featured Classes
Tuition, Scholarships and Financial Aid
An Education That’s Worth It
Where you go to college is one of the most important decisions — and investments — you will ever make. At USD, your tuition investment will plug you into an innovation ecosystem that nurtures your ideas and an extensive alumni network that can connect you to your first job.
$61k
Tuition
per year
$3k
Textbooks and Supplies
per year
76%
Scholarships and Financial Aid
of students receive financial aid
$59,925
average starting salary of USD graduates
97.6%
of USD graduates receive their first full-time offer within three months of graduation
Current Status
- Employed: 72.7%
- Furthering education: 27.3%
- Full-time service: 0%
- Military: 0%
- Seeking employment: 0%
- Not Seeking employment: 0%
Career Advancement
- Before graduating: 80%
- Within 3 months: 20%
- 4-6 months: 0%
- More than 6 months: 0%
Explore Potential Job Opportunities
Strategy Insights and Planning Associate
With a deep focus on strategy, this position reviews analytics and communications to help find innovative business solutions.
Benefits Analyst
Focusing on human resources, a benefits analyst reviews company benefits plans and packages offered to employees.
Rotational Analyst
With a goal of developing analyst skills, this position rotates sectors in order to sharpen analyst skills in all facets of an organization.
Financial Advisor
Seeking investment opportunities, financial advisors assess financial assets and needs to recommend pathways to potential investments.
Next Steps
Should We Make Things Official?
We want you to be our next success story and we’re ready to take that next step as soon as you are.