{"id":7238,"date":"2025-09-22T15:29:27","date_gmt":"2025-09-22T19:29:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program-page&#038;p=7238"},"modified":"2025-12-24T11:39:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T16:39:47","slug":"ba-economics","status":"publish","type":"program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/ba-economics\/","title":{"rendered":"Economics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='program-hero'><div class='top-part'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><div class='content-area'><h1 id=\"content-start\">Economics<\/h1><p class=\"program-info\"><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?degree_type=ba\">BA<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=major\">Major<\/a>, <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=minor\">Minor<\/a><\/p><div class='image-holder'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/022625_106355_BA-Economics-hero.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/022625_106355_BA-Economics-hero.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Students taking notes in class\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='bottom-part'><div class='wrapper'><div class='content-area'><br \/>\nEconomics is the study of how societies allocate scarce resources and make decisions that shape our world. At Montclair State University, the Bachelor of Arts in Economics program offers a comprehensive exploration of both macroeconomics and microeconomics, providing students with the tools to analyze economic systems, market behaviors, and policy impacts.\n<p>Students engage with topics such as international trade, unemployment, inflation, and the dynamics of monopolies, applying theoretical frameworks to real-world challenges. The curriculum emphasizes analytical thinking, quantitative modeling, and problem-solving techniques, fostering skills in reasoning, decision-making, and policy analysis. These competencies are highly valued across various industries, including business, finance, government, nonprofits, and academia.<\/p>\n<p>Graduates of the program are equipped to think critically and contribute to informed decision-making in a globally connected economy. With a B.A. in Economics from Montclair State University, students are prepared to navigate and influence the complex economic landscapes of today&#8217;s world. <a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/economics-ba\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/portal\/admissions\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/register\/inquire\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><aside><p><strong>Program Format<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=in-person\">In-person<\/a>; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=online\">Online<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Start Date<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/online\/montclair-online-program-calendar\/\">Online (Fall & Spring)<\/a><\/p><p><strong>College or School<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?college=fsb\">Feliciano School of Business<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Area of Study<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=business-mathematics-and-technology\">Business, Mathematics and Technology<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Concentrations Offered<\/strong><br \/>General Economics; Asset Management<\/p><p><strong>Cost Information<\/strong><br \/>In-state tuition is just <strong>$7,839<\/strong> per semester. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/tuition-and-fees\/undergraduate-costs\/\">Undergraduate Cost of Attendance<\/a><\/p><p><span class='prpl-button full-width'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/admissions\/visit-us\/\">Visit Us<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\"><br \/>\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Learning Options<\/h2>\n<p>Montclair State University\u2019s Bachelor of Arts in Economics is available in both fully online and traditional on-campus formats, offering flexibility tailored to your life, schedule, and goals. This dual-delivery approach ensures that whether you\u2019re balancing work, family, or other commitments, you can pursue your economics degree in the way that best supports your success.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Online<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>In-person students benefit from direct engagement within the vibrant Feliciano School of Business, collaborating face-to-face with faculty and classmates in a traditional campus setting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">In Person<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>The full-time hybrid is a mix of in person and online coursework completed in a full-time format in as few as 16 months, starting in the fall. You\u2019ll attend some classes on campus while completing others online, allowing you to build strong connections with faculty, peers, and industry professionals while still enjoying convenience and flexibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Concentrations<\/h2>\n<p>Economics majors at Montclair can customize their degree by choosing a concentration that aligns with their career goals.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">General Economics<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Want to know what really drives the economy \u2014 and how it affects your everyday life? The General Economics concentration covers both macroeconomics (the study of entire economies) and microeconomics (the study of choices made by individuals, households, and businesses). You\u2019ll build strong analytical and critical thinking skills using quantitative tools, while exploring questions like: What causes recessions and inflation? Why do countries trade? How can data help us forecast market conditions and guide smarter decisions? This concentration prepares you to think strategically about complex problems and their real-world impact. With its broad focus, it\u2019s a great pathway into careers in finance, consulting, government, nonprofits, or research, as well as graduate study or law school.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Asset Management<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Want to learn how money grows, moves, and creates value in the global economy? The Asset Management concentration combines the fundamentals of economics with the technical tools of finance, giving you both analytical depth and practical skills for today\u2019s financial markets. Offered in collaboration with the Accounting and Finance Department, this interdisciplinary concentration is ideal for students who want a strong grounding in economic theory while also gaining hands-on training in finance. You\u2019ll learn how to evaluate investments, measure risk, and develop strategies for managing portfolios of financial assets. Coursework emphasizes modeling and data-driven analysis, preparing you to connect economic factors with valuation, returns, and financing decisions. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in investment management, hedge funds, commercial and investment banking, or related fields where financial expertise shapes the global economy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Economics Minor<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Ever wonder why prices rise, why countries trade, or what causes inflation? The Economics minor gives you a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and data analysis, helping you understand the forces that shape today\u2019s global economy. You\u2019ll learn to analyze economic policies, interpret data, and connect theory to real-world issues across business, government, and society. Because economics overlaps with fields like science, social sciences, and business, this minor pairs well with almost any major. Open to students with a GPA of 2.0 or higher (except Economics majors or those in the Asset Management concentration), the Economics minor offers a flexible way to strengthen your analytical and critical thinking skills.<br \/>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Alumni Feature<\/h2>\n<div class='program-testimonial'><div class='image-panel mlt-background-cover'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/042721_7777_SBUS-Brittany-Taupier.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/?f=\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/042721_7777_SBUS-Brittany-Taupier.jpg&amp;type=generic&amp;size=0&amp;scale=1x\" \/><\/div><div class='content-panel'>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cThe hands-on portfolio management and financial analysis experience I gained through the Red Hawk Investment Fund at the Feliciano School of Business caught the attention of recruiters and helped me secure a pivotal internship that led to a full-time position. My time at the Feliciano School of Business also reinforced the value of staying connected with professors, whose advice and market insights continue to guide me as I build my career.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Brittany Taupier &#8217;21<\/strong><br \/>\nProgram: Economics<br \/>\nCareer: Registered Wealth Management Client Associate, Merrill Lynch<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-fifths\">\n<h2>Double Up. Level Up.<\/h2>\n<p>Ready to move faster and go further? Our 4+1 MBA let you earn two degrees in less time \u2013 broadening your expertise and accelerating your career.<\/p>\n<p>Start your master\u2019s of business administration while finishing your undergraduate degree and earn both in just five years. These programs are only available to Montclair undergraduate students.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column three-fifths\">\n<p><div class=\"related-program-container\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/mba-master-of-business-administration\/\" class=\"name\">Master of Business Administration<\/a><span class=\"program-info\"><span class=\"program-info\">MBA &bull; Master's<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"program-contact-band\"><div class=\"background-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<h2>Questions? Find the right contact below.<\/h2>\n<p>Connect with our enrollment teams for personalized guidance on admission requirements, the application process, key dates, and your next steps toward enrollment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-card-holder\"><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">For the On-Campus and Hybrid Program<\/p>Get help with requirements, deadlines, documents and the application process for on-campus and hybrid programs.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:msuadm@montclair.edu\">msuadm@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-4444\">973-655-4444<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Susan A. Cole Hall, Suite 100<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">For the Online Program<\/p>Get help with requirements, deadlines, documents and the application process for fully online programs.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:discover@enroll.montclair.edu\">discover@enroll.montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-658-4535\">973-658-4535<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">Program Coordinator: Dr. Zaman Zamanian<\/p>Contact the Program Coordinator for course planning, electives and faculty guidance.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:zamanianz@mail.montclair.edu\">zamanianz@mail.montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-7399\">973-655-7399<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>School of Business 530A<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin next-steps\">\n\t<div class=\"text-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"prpl-row\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Next Steps<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Wherever you learn\u2014on campus or online\u2014Montclair State University offers the programs, community and support to help you reach your goals. 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