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Life is an exciting business.
Business economics provides students with the tools and abilities to succeed in the highly-competitive business environment from small, local companies to Fortune 500 companies. Coursework focuses on management, finance, banking, retail, sales and marketing. Graduates tend to work in: management, sales, finance and marketing.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy learning about business.
- Want to gain management skills.
- Want a variety of career options.
- Have strong leadership, detail, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Are a good problem solver and analytical thinker.
Career Opportunities
- Banking or insurance
- Human resources
- Management
- Marketing/public relations
- Finance, investments and wealth management
Recent Employers
- Retail organizations
- Financial institutions
- Insurance and real estate
- Manufacturers
- Service type organizations
Internship Opportunities
- Retail organizations
- Financial institutions
- Insurance and real estate
- Manufacturers
- Service type organizations
Suggested Certificates
Suggested Minors
Suggested Accelerated Programs
Clubs and Organizations
- Economics Club
- National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA)
- Investment Club
- Finance Insurance & Real Estate (FIRE)
- Human Resource Management (HR)
Undecided or still deciding on a major and future career?
If you are uncertain about your major and have questions about career planning, you are not alone. Choosing a major or career can be a very difficult decision. The exploratory studies program may be a good fit if you are unsure of your major and career focus. Entering the university in the exploratory studies program will help you gain confidence and valuable insights on majors and minors available at SDSU and future career choices.
In addition, FOCUS 2 Career, a self-guided assessment, education and career planning program, will help you reflect on your values, interests, personality traits and skills to provide valuable insight as you explore major and career choices. SDSU students may access FOCUS 2 Career by using their student email and password. After completing FOCUS 2 Career, you may find it helpful to discuss your results with a career coach in the Office of Career Development.