What you will study
As an Economics minor, you’ll study human behavior as it relates to a variety of market
types and fiscal environments. Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
that will serve you well in virtually any industry and job.
The University of Central Missouri’s Economics minor offers the freedom to choose
what you learn. In addition to core courses that introduce the world of economics,
you can take electives that align with your interests and goals. These are just a
few examples of what you could study:
- Sports Economics
- International Economics
- Game Theory
- Money and Banking
- Natural Resource Economics
This minor is an excellent choice for undergraduate students looking to gain an understanding
of economics and how human behavior, at both the individual and group levels, shapes
society. If you’re looking to major in Finance or Marketing or to start your path to get into law school, an Economics minor is a great addition to your degree plan.
Unique learning opportunities in economics
As an Economics minor at the University of Central Missouri, you’ll have the opportunity
to build on what you learn in class with a variety of hands-on, real-world opportunities:
- Undergraduate research: Make discoveries and connections working alongside professors. Economics minors at
UCM have assisted faculty on a variety of impactful research projects.
- Lab work: In addition to our faculty research labs, you can conduct experiments on human behavior
and decision-making right here on our Warrensburg campus, in the experimental economics
lab.
- Internships: The Harmon College’s Internship Office has an outstanding track record of matching
up Economics students with internships that are both interesting and rewarding. Our
faculty have extensive ties to the Kansas City business community for Economics students
to take advantage of.
- Student activities: Join your peers and faculty in the UCM Economics Club. Participate in campus and community
events, travel to nearby Kansas City for field trips and more.
What can you do with a minor in Economics from UCM?
UCM’s Economics minor can serve you well in virtually any field related to evaluating
and responding to human behavior. The job opportunities that are available to those
who graduate with an Economics minor are vast and varied. Many of our Economics students
go on to work in finance, banking and insurance. Others work as managers, entrepreneurs,
lawyers and economic analysts. Having this minor on your resume increases your marketability
to future employers, no matter your industry. Being successful in economics classes
involves having good quantitative analysis and critical thinking skills, which are
always in demand.
Explore careers in economics
A minor in Economics can help lead you to a variety of career paths. Check out the
interactive tool below to get information on job outlooks, potential salaries and
more.
Financial assistance options for your Economics minor
At the University of Central Missouri, we know that affordability is more important
than ever to today’s students. We work hard to keep our tuition lower than many public
colleges throughout Missouri and the United States.
We also offer generous financial aid opportunities. In fact, we award over $21 million
in institutional aid each year, and 92% of our undergraduates are able to take advantage
of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to finance their education. As a result, we’ve been recognized as one of the top-ranked colleges nationally
for low student debt by LendEDU.
Check out the UCM Scholarship Finder to see what awards and program scholarships you could be eligible for.
Get an Edge in the Job Market
Join The Harmon Professional Edge Program
The Harmon Professional Edge Program is a campus resource designed to prepare UCM
business students, including Economics minors, to thrive in a competitive job market.
Gain hands-on experience in business communication, workplace diversity, entrepreneurship
and more.
Get the Edge
Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies
Join a highly reputable, accredited business program
When you pursue an Economics minor from UCM’s Harmon College of Business and Professional
Studies, you’ll be following in the footsteps of some of Missouri’s most successful
businesspeople. At the Harmon College of Business, our tradition of excellence produces
skilled, well-connected graduates ready to make an impact in any industry.
Visit the Harmon College Internship Office
Forge connections for your future career
As an undergraduate business student in UCM’s Economics minor, you’ll have the opportunity
to gain academic credit and real-world experience through internships with some of
Kansas City’s most reputable businesses. Connect with the Harmon College Internship
Office to apply for internship opportunities in economics and other fields.
Explore Internships
McNair Program
Prepare for grad school
UCM’s McNair Program prepares undergraduate students interested in going to graduate
school for success. Students choose a faculty mentor and work with them on an in-depth
research project that involves data gathering, data analysis, preparation of a paper
and presentation of the results at two conferences. Hone these valuable skills now
to gain a competitive advantage when applying to grad school.
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