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A liberal arts variant focusing on economic analysis within business contexts. Ideal for students preparing for roles in consulting, management, or strategy.
Curriculum Structure
Years 1–2: Core Foundations
Calculus I & II
Principles of Microeconomics & Macroeconomics
Introductory Statistics
Foundations of Business Economics
General education requirements
Years 3–4: Business Integration
Intermediate Economics (Micro & Macro)
Managerial Economics and Industrial Organization
Electives in finance, marketing, or strategy
Applied economic consulting coursework
Capstone seminar or internship
Focus Areas
Market and strategic analysis
Managerial decision-making
Economic consulting methods
Learning Outcomes
Apply economics to real business challenges
Analyze markets and corporate strategies quantitatively
Prepare for consulting, corporate analysis, or graduate pathways
Accreditation & Reputation
Hosted by ISU’s College of Liberal Arts & Sciences with ties to business programs in budgeting, analysis, and strategy
Experiential learning includes:
Projects focused on business strategy and firm-level decision-making.
Group work using Tableau, Excel, and R for financial and economic analysis.
Internships available through Economics Career Coordination and industry partnerships.
Cross-listed business electives with the Ivy College to enhance business skillsets.
The BA in Business Economics at Iowa State equips students with a solid foundation in economic theory and practical business skills. Graduates typically pursue roles like business analysts, marketing specialists, financial planners, or management consultants. Iowa State supports your career journey with:
Dedicated support from LAS Career Services and the Ivy College of Business Career Center for internships, career coaching, and employer networking.
Approximately 93% of graduates secure employment or continue their studies within six months; starting salaries generally range between $50,000 and $65,000.
Strong connections with regional companies such as John Deere, Wells Fargo, and Principal Financial Group for hands-on experience.
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and AACSB for the Ivy College of Business, ensuring both academic excellence and industry recognition.
Curriculum blends business strategy, managerial economics, and applied quantitative methods.
Further Academic Progression:
Graduates often pursue MBAs, master’s degrees in economics or business analytics, or certifications in finance and marketing.
Official high school transcript and Academic record, Letter of recommendation, Typical SAT scores: Math (520-630), Critical reading (510-620), Writing (520-610), ACT Composite (24-29), Average GPA 3.64, TOEFL: IBT-70, PBT- 523, PTE-55, English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT)-956Strategic Planning Analyst – Help organizations set goals using economic frameworksRetail Analyst – Evaluate economic factors influencing sales and pricing strategiesEntrepreneur – Apply business economics to launch and grow venturesCost Analyst – Assess operational costs and profitability using economic models
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