General Description

Students studying economics learn how to interperate and analyze how individuals and groups make decisions and interact. Economics majors explore a variety of topics including resource allocation, incentives and wealth across a wide variety of areas including business, law and public affairs. In addition to core business courses, the Department of Economics at Wichita State offers courses work in three areas of study:

  • macroeconomic theory
  • microeconomic theory
  • statistics and quantitative methods

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in economics from Wichita State's Barton School of Business combines its AACSB-accredited program with the unmatched opportunities for applied learning and internships found in Kansas' largest city. You'll be eligible to compete for some of the state's largest business scholarships. And you can build a professional resume and make the connections that lead to your dream career.

The BBA in economics degree also offers a real-estate emphasis (the only one found at a Kansas regents' university) for students interested in broader conceptual and policy issues associated with real estate and land use.

Admission to the Program

To be admitted to the Barton School of Business, you must first be admitted to Wichita State. View admission requirements.

Curriculum

View the curriculum. Candidates for the Bachelor of Business Administration degree must satisfy the Barton School of Business requirements. Candidates must satisfy the additional requirements:

  1. Complete WSU foundation, general education and any additional university graduation requirements.
  2. Complete advanced standing requirements.
  3. Complete business core requirements for the Bachelor of Business Administration degree.
  4. Complete at least 50 percent of the total upper-division business credit hours at Wichita State University.
  5. Achieve a grade point average of 2.250 or better on
    1. All college work,
    2. All work taken at Wichita State, and
    3. All business core and current major(s) courses taken at Wichita State.
  6. Submit an application for degree through the myWSU portal before the deadline: October 1 for fall graduates, March 1 for spring and summer graduates. See — Business Advising Center website.
  7. Complete the Barton School exit survey (in the final semester at WSU).

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Career

A bachelor's degree in economics from Wichita State is excellent preparation for graduate-level economics programs—leading to careers in business, law, public service and many other fields. The following national information is from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The numbers may vary with the region you live. 

Economists Career Outlook

What Economists Do?

Economists collect and analyze data, research trends, and evaluate economic issues for resources, goods, and services.

How to Become an Economist?

Most economists need a master’s degree or Ph.D. However, some entry-level jobs—primarily in the federal government—are available for workers with a bachelor’s degree.

Job Outlook

Employment of economists is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.