Economics

Economics

Economics is all about people and the decisions they make. Why do humans do what they do? This is the burning question that economists are driven to answer. 

Studying economics will help you to understand how the world works, and why it moves in the ways that it does. Economic issues and challenges touch all aspects of our society―it is a science of human behavior. Your academic journey will focus on unraveling complicated systems and how they are built by human desires and motivations. In the process, you will gain the tools and expertise to change your world for the better. 

Career paths for Economics majors

As a student of economics, you will have an impressive range of career choices post-graduation. With a combination of strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills and real-world knowledge, you can choose to work in a variety of fields and industries including business, government, law, and education. 

Industries that hire economics graduates: 

  • Data Science 
  • Securities Trading 
  • Law 
  • Actuary Science 
  • Urban Planning 
  • Government/Policy Research 
  • Medical 
  • Non-Profit Management 
  • Business Consulting 
  • Banking 
  • Supply Chain Management 

More information 

Contact the Economics undergraduate director, Dr. Steven Russell, or the department chair, Wendy Morrison.

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Undergraduate majors

Every student in the School of Liberal Arts must complete a major to graduate. 

Major in Economics 


Declare a major 
Apply to graduate 

Undergraduate minor

IU School of Liberal Arts students are not required to complete a minor, but it can be a way to pursue a secondary interest. Any IU Indy student is invited to earn a minor in the IU School of Liberal Arts.

Minor in Economics 

Declare a minor

Requirements

Read the requirements in the academic bulletin for IU School of Liberal Arts students. Choose the bulletin year corresponding to your first term. 

2025-2026 
2024-2025 

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Follow your curiosity – choose your future