Georgia Southern University

What you'll study

The programme delivers a foundation in general business subjects alongside a concentrated sequence of economics courses and quantitative training. You will complete general education requirements and business core courses before moving into intermediate and advanced economics modules and electives.

• Business core: introductory accounting, principles of management, marketing fundamentals, business law and corporate finance to give context for economic decision‑making.
• Core economics: introductory microeconomics and macroeconomics, intermediate micro and macro, and applied econometrics or statistical methods for economists.
• Quantitative skills: business statistics, calculus for business or economics, and econometrics/software training (e.g. Excel, statistical packages) to support empirical analysis.
• Specialist electives: courses such as labour economics, monetary theory and policy, public finance, international economics, development economics and industrial organisation allow you to tailor study to your interests.
• Capstone and experiential learning: senior seminars or a capstone project, and opportunities for internships, undergraduate research with faculty or applied policy projects.

Students typically choose a mix of theory, quantitative and applied courses. The programme emphasises analytical reasoning, data interpretation and written/oral communication skills that are transferable across public and private sectors.

Entry requirements

Admission to the bachelor's programme normally requires a recognised secondary school qualification equivalent to a US high school diploma. Typical applicants will present academic transcripts showing strength in core subjects, particularly mathematics. The university considers overall academic record, personal statement and any extracurricular achievements.

Standardised tests (such as the SAT or ACT) may be considered as part of the application, but specific requirements can vary; check the university's admissions pages for current policy. International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through recognised tests or approved exemptions and provide certified academic documents translated into English where necessary.

Transfer students should provide college transcripts; transfer credit for relevant college-level economics, mathematics and business courses can reduce time to degree, subject to departmental evaluation.

Career prospects

Graduates with an economics major from this business programme pursue a broad range of roles. Common career destinations include:

• Financial services and banking (financial analyst, credit analyst, commercial banking roles)
• Consulting and business analysis, providing data-driven advice to private and public sector clients
• Government and public policy positions, including economic research, planning and regulatory roles
• Market and data analysis roles in corporations and non-profit organisations
• Further study: many graduates continue to master's degrees in economics, business administration (MBA), public policy or specialised quantitative programmes.

Internships, on‑campus recruiting and the department's career resources help students build practical experience and employer connections while studying.

Why study at Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern offers a business education that blends classroom theory with practical application, set in a region with diverse economic activity. Small‑class settings in advanced courses allow close interaction with faculty who carry out applied research and often involve undergraduates in projects.

The university provides opportunities for internships and cooperative experiences with regional businesses, public agencies and non-profit organisations, as well as student organisations and business clubs that build leadership and networking skills. Support services such as academic advising, career services and tutoring help students stay on track to graduate and prepare for employment or graduate study.

For students seeking a balanced academic experience with hands‑on opportunities in economics and business, the programme delivers core analytical skills and career‑relevant experiences in a supportive campus environment.