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A practical business-oriented economics degree that integrates economic theory with applied business and analytics. Prepares students for corporate, finance, consulting, or policy roles.
Curriculum Structure
Years 1–2: Core Foundations
Principles of micro and macroeconomics
Business analytics and statistics
Intro to finance, accounting, and economics software
Years 3–4: Integrated Business Study
Managerial economics and industrial organization
Financial economics and forecasting
Electives in marketing, operations, or business policy
Co-op internship or capstone project
Focus Areas
Applied business economics
Data-driven decision making
Corporate strategy and market analysis
Learning Outcomes
Use economics and analytics to guide business decisions
Implement economic models in corporate settings
Prepare for business leadership or graduate programs
Accreditation & Reputation
Drexel is regionally accredited by MSCHE; the LeBow College of Business holds AACSB accreditation, emphasizing experiential learning and co-ops
Combines economics with applied business strategy — built for students aiming at consulting, financial services, or data-driven business roles.
Experiential learning includes:
Drexel’s signature co-op program lets students complete up to 3 full-time paid internships.
Hands-on analytics projects using Excel, Python, R, and Bloomberg Terminals.
Classes include business case simulations and decision modeling in the LeBow Behavioral Science Lab.
Access to Dornsife Office for Experiential Learning, connecting students to economic consulting firms and startups.
Drexel’s BSBA in Business Economics blends core economic theory with hands-on business strategy, preparing students for data-driven decision-making in the corporate world. Graduates commonly work as financial analysts, business consultants, market forecasters, or policy researchers. Drexel empowers your journey with:
The Steinbright Career Development Center, one of the nation’s leading co-op programs, places students in up to 18 months of full-time, paid work experience before graduation.
Business economics grads see strong outcomes, with starting salaries ranging from $60,000–$72,000, and many landing roles with firms like JP Morgan, Comcast, SAP, and PwC.
Industry-linked courses and cooperative education opportunities with over 1,700 corporate partners, including government agencies and economic research firms.
Accredited by the AACSB and Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring long-term academic and employer recognition.
Curriculum includes econometrics, managerial economics, and global business analysis—giving students both theoretical depth and practical skills.
Further Academic Progression:
Many students continue with graduate studies in Economics, Business Analytics, or an MBA—often at Drexel’s own LeBow College of Business or other top-tier universities.
Undergraduate Admission Application, Essay, Official Transcripts, Two Letters of Recommendation, Proof of Financial Responsibility, Portfolio, Writing Supplement, Test scores: ACT, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, PTEFinancial Analyst – Analyze markets and guide business investments and planningCorporate Strategist – Use economic frameworks to shape business growth strategiesBusiness Consultant – Help firms solve economic challenges and optimize performanceMarket Research Analyst – Study consumer and economic trends to support marketing decisions
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