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Applied Economics

Get equipped with the necessary skills to understand economic developments within our industrialized society.

Economists are crucial as globalization and politics continue to increase the complexity of nearly every industry in the world economy. As an economist, you’ll be called on to offer quantitative and communication skills as you analyze and forecast business and economic trends.

Our Applied Economics degree provides the knowledge and develops the skills needed to land decision-making positions within government, academia, the financial sectors and industry. You’ll also be well prepared for graduate studies.

Student works independently on economics project.
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EconomicsYour future in

Our graduates have gone on to work for Canon USA, CDI Government Services, real estate agencies, investment services, Bank of America, Fannie Mae and the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Possible positions include:
  • Microeconomists/Macroeconomists
  • Industrial Economists
  • International Economists
  • Labor Economists or Demographic Economists
  • Public Finance Economists, and more

The Economics, B.S. program is accredited by ACBSP.

Contact Us
Graham School of Business
Pawan Madhogarhia, Ph.D., CFA,
Chair, Department of Accounting, Finance and Business Analytics
Willman Business Center, Room 222
Phone: 717.815.2045
pmadhoga@ycp.edu