Arkansas Tech University

What you'll study

This programme blends business fundamentals with a concentrated study of microeconomics, macroeconomics and applied quantitative skills. Typical course work includes principles of micro- and macroeconomics, intermediate microeconomics and macroeconomics, economic statistics and econometrics, and courses in money and banking, public finance and international economics. Students take supporting business courses such as accounting, finance, marketing and management to build a broad commercial perspective.

Many students also take elective options that reflect their interests, for example: topics in labour and urban economics, environmental and resource economics, health economics, economic development, and data analytics. Instruction emphasises applied problem solving: students learn to interpret economic data, construct models, use statistical software, and present results to non‑technical audiences. The programme normally culminates in a senior capstone or research project, and there are opportunities for internships and field experience with regional employers.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a high school diploma or equivalent with a strong academic record. Typical admissions criteria include a satisfactory high school GPA and completion of college‑preparatory courses, especially mathematics (algebra and precalculus or calculus) and English. Arkansas Tech accepts applications from transfer students with college credit; transfer admission usually requires a minimum college GPA and official transcripts from previous institutions.

International applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through an accepted test or prior study in English. Mature applicants and those with relevant work experience may be considered under the university's non‑traditional admission pathways. Specific GPA thresholds, test score ranges and any programme prerequisites should be confirmed with Arkansas Tech's admissions office.

Career prospects

Graduates with a business degree focused on economics move into a wide range of roles. Common career paths include economic analyst, financial analyst, policy analyst, market researcher, data analyst, and positions in banking, insurance and government. The combination of economic reasoning and business skills also suits work in consulting, supply chain and corporate strategy, or continuing to graduate study in economics, business administration or public policy.

Students who pursue internships and develop quantitative skills (statistics, econometrics, data visualisation) increase their competitiveness for analytical roles. Graduates based in Arkansas often find positions with regional employers, state agencies and community organisations; others move to national or international firms or continue on to postgraduate study.

Why study at Arkansas Tech University

Arkansas Tech offers a campus environment with relatively small class sizes and direct access to faculty, which supports hands‑on learning and personalised mentoring. The business education integrates classroom theory with practical projects and internship opportunities that connect students to regional employers and community organisations.

The university’s location provides a balance of campus life and access to economic activity across the state. Students benefit from career services, academic advising and student organisations that help build professional skills and networks. For students seeking an applied, affordable undergraduate education in economics within a broader business curriculum, Arkansas Tech provides a practical pathway into the workforce or further study.