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class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Careers<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/nav>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-overview\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"intro\">The business economics major enables students to grasp the intricacies of market operations at both micro and macro levels and develop skillsets to deliver solutions in rapidly changing business environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull split-background-75 has-light-blue-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" 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In our classes, you\u2019ll explore diverse perspectives, think creatively, and develop the ethical leadership and accountability that define successful professionals. Through in-depth case studies, group projects, and hands-on work with local businesses, you\u2019ll bridge the gap between theory and practice, applying what you learn to real-world challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students interested in combining the Business Economics major with another program of study in the School of Business may choose from a wide range of minors, including entrepreneurship and innovation, finance, management, and marketing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-6229\" alt=\"A school of business event with a panel discussion about investing.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/school-of-business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/40th-ESG-Investing.jpg\" style=\"object-position:64% 50%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"64% 50%\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#FFF\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-choose-business-economics-at-clark\">Why Choose business economics at Clark?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmark-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>Clark\u2019s School of Business has been named by Princeton Review as one of the best business schools in America; ranking 16th on Forbes\u2019 list of America\u2019s Most Entrepreneurial Universities; and is among the fewer than five percent of the world\u2019s business schools to receive AACSB accreditation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share in our commitment to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), which integrates sustainability and social responsibility into our research and teaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn from distinguished faculty who have extensive business experience, including serving as marketing consultants to brands like Gillette, L.L. Bean, and Godiva; as social entrepreneurs; and as advocates for sustainable business practices with foreign businesses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect classroom learning with community businesses and organizations through hands-on projects that let you make a real impact on important initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How is business economics different from a traditional economics or business degree?<\/summary>\n<p>Business economics combines the analytical rigor of economics with the practical skills of business management. Unlike a traditional economics degree, which focuses on economic theory and policy, business economics applies these concepts directly to business decision-making, market strategy, and financial planning. Compared to a general business degree, this program emphasizes data analysis and economic modeling, giving you a strong foundation for solving complex business challenges.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What can I do with a major in business economics?<\/summary>\n<p>At Clark you\u2019ll get more than a great education;&nbsp;you\u2019ll also be prepared for a long, productive career and life of consequence. And once you\u2019ve completed your degree, you can join other Clark alumni who have gone on to work for great organizations and attend some of the best graduate schools in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By emphasizing careful thinking, analysis, and problem-solving, the economics major offers you skills that are highly valued in a number of careers and graduate programs, including&nbsp;banking, insurance, finance, and other business fields; planning and research in environmental and urban studies; international development; graduate study in law, public policy, and business administration; and economics as a profession, including teaching, research, and public policy.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What skills will I learn as a business and economics major?<\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gain a solid foundation in business, finance, management and accounting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn the principles in the study of economics systems, theory, econometrics and statistical analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain real-world experience through case studies, serving on internships, or working on a capstone project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is a business economics degree good for an MBA?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes! A business economics degree provides an excellent foundation for an MBA by developing critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and strategic decision-making skills. Many Clark graduates continue their education in top MBA programs, leveraging their experience in data analysis, financial strategy, and business operations.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview The business economics major enables students to grasp the intricacies of market operations at both micro and macro levels and develop skillsets to deliver solutions in rapidly changing business environments. The curriculum builds a strong foundation in business, finance, management, and accounting while deepening your understanding of economic systems, theory, and data analysis. 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