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Economics - Financial Economics

A bachelor’s degree in Economics with a concentration in Financial Economics is designed for students with an interest in financial markets. Students will receive a strong educational foundation in economics with a particular emphasis on modern finance. Topics such as financial statement analysis, derivative securities, and international finance will complement the core theories of economics. Financial economics students will be well prepared for applications such as asset valuation, capital budgeting, long-term and short-term financing, and investment decisions.

Students with a background in financial economics will find employment opportunities within both the private and public sectors. Entry-level positions in the private sector include corporate finance, brokerage firms, financial consulting firms and financial institutions such as banks, insurance companies and mutual funds. Graduates may also find employment within government regulatory agencies such as the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Reserve System and state banking departments.

Students may also choose to pursue a graduate education. An undergraduate degree in Economics with a concentration in Financial Economics is an excellent foundation for graduate study in business, finance, law, public policy or economics.

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