Economics

When exploring possible academic majors, begin by investigating the specific programs at Purchase College.  Discover more about the B.A. in Economics and  find out about program requirements, courses and the program faculty. 

Want to find out more about a major?  Talk to department heads and professors to have your questions answered and to get the inside track on being an Economics major at Purchase College. 

Career Possibilities

• Organized
• Ability to analyze data
• Analytical thinking
• Aptitude for leadership
• Aptitude for accuracy & detail
• Ability to lead, supervise & direct others
• Strong written & spoken communication
• Ability to communicate ideas & concepts to others
• Reading comprehension

CAREER TITLES

• Account Executive
• Accountant
• Auditor
• Bank Officer
• Bank Teller
• Bookkeeper
• Branch Manager
• Cost Analyst
• Credit Analyst
• Economist
• Educator
• Financial Analyst
• Financial Planner
• Insurance Agent
• Investment Banker
• Journalist
• Labor Economist
• Lawyer
• Loan Officer
• Management Consultant
• Public Administrator
• Restaurant Manager
• Sales Rep
• Securities Broker
• Statistician
• Store Manager
• Systems Analyst
• Underwriter

TYPES OF ORGAINZIATIONS THAT HIRE

• Banks and Financial Institutions
• Retail Organizations
• Insurance Companies
• Educational Institutions
• Hospitals
• Pharmaceutical  Companies
• Private Companies
• Non Profit Organizations
• Government Agencies
  

www.aeaweb.org  - The American Economic Association
www.aba.com - American Bankers Association
www.afajof.org - American Finance Association
www.bls.gov/oco - Occupational Outlook Handbook Online - Job descriptions, growth forecasts & salary

JOB SEARCH LINKS

www.purchase.edu/careerdevelopment - Click on Purchase JobScore to access jobs posted for Purchase students and alumni
www.careerbank.com - Accounting, Finance and Banking Career Network
www.jobsinthemoney.com - Job search site for professional finance positions
www.fjn.com - Financial Job Network
www.financialjobs.com - Finance and Accounting jobs
www.underwritingjobs.com - The Employment Site for Underwriters

BOOKS AVAILABLE AT CDC

• Career Choices for Students of Economics
• Banking Careers
• Great Jobs for Business Majors
• Job Opportunities for Business Majors
• The Harvard Business School Guide to Careers in Finance
• Opportunities in Business Management
• Opportunities in Banking
• Vault Guide to Starting Your Own Business