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Economics Careers

Economics is the study of the production, consumption and distribution of goods and services. Economics study attempts to clarify how the use of natural, technological, and financial resources affect the lives of human beings. A major in economics prepares a student for a career in many facets of business, law or accounting. A bachelor's degree in Economics might also pave the way for graduate school either in Law or an MBA program. 

Careers for Economics Majors
  • Actuary
  • Auditor
  • Bond Trader
  • Business Forecaster
  • Business Manager
  • Commodities Trader
  • Commodity-Industry Analyst
  • Consumer Affairs Director
  • Demographer
  • Economist
  • Efficiency Expert
  • Estate Planner
  • Financial Planner/Analyst
  • Financial Reporter
  • Government Administrator
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Hospitality Manager
  • Industrial/Institutional Buyer
  • Institutional Research Director
  • Intelligence Agent
  • International Trade Specialist
  • Labor Relations Specialist
  • Lawyer
  • Litigation Analyst
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Politician
  • Populations Studies Analyst
  • Securities Trader
  • Statistician
  • Technical Writer

This list is not inclusive of all possibilities. For further information on careers in economics, visit the National Association of Business Economist.

The Beacom School of Business Employment Services Center and the USD Career Development Center assist students in:

  • Identifying fulfilling careers and engaging majors
  • Obtaining competitive internships and employment
  • Marketing themselves in resumes and cover letters