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To learn more about Drexel LeBow’s MBA program, prospective students are encouraged to attend an information session or request additional information.
The STEM-designated MBA degree with a concentration in Economics equips students with a fundamental understanding of economic ideas and concepts as well as the analytic tools to make data-driven decisions. Building insights from economics into the core MBA curriculum equips students with an understanding of how businesses are affected by changes in the economic environment, the ability to guide businesses through macroeconomic events and provide strategic, data-informed leadership during times of market disruption.
Students who choose the economics concentration for their MBA program are especially well-positioned for careers focused on finance, consulting, investing and roles that emphasize market/managerial analysis.
Courses in the concentration will help you build key skills including:
- Pricing Strategies
- Forecasting & Prediction
- Causal Inference
- Financial Analysis
- Corporate Strategy
- Data Analysis
- Market Analysis
The MBA concentration in Economics is offered in person. Drexel LeBow also offers a Master’s of Science in Economics, a Master’s of Science in Economics and Computer Science and a PhD in Economics.
The MBA concentration in Economics is a STEM-designated degree program. Students with an F-1 visa can apply for a 24-month OPT extension (beyond the standard 12 months) if they meet noted criteria.
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Students with a concentration in economics can expect to find employment in the following fields:
- Banking
- Finance
- Marketing
- Insurance
- Forecasting
- Transportation
- Energy
- Utilities
- Real Estate
- Consulting
A sample of job titles students could attain after graduating from the MBA program with an economics concentration include:
- Management Consultant
- Pricing Analyst
- Market Analyst
- Financial Analyst
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MBA Economics Concentration Curriculum
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECON 610 | Microeconomics | 3 |
Elective Courses
Choose two courses (six credits) from the concentration-specific courses below for an economics specialization.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECON 548 | Mathematical Economics | 3 |
| ECON 540 | Intro to Economics and Data Analysis | 3 |
| ECON 550 | Econometrics | 3 |
| ECON 614 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECON 650 | Business and Economic Strategy: Game Theory and Applications | 3 |
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