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Department of Economics

About the Department

The Department of Economics offers a well-developed and balanced curriculum encompassing the major schools of modern economic thought. The program at Fresno State is designed to give the student maximum flexibility in the choice of courses offered for the economics major. The department offers theory courses and problem-oriented courses like environmental economics, history of economic thought, political economy, labor economics, international trade and finance, mathematical economics, public economics, women in the economy, regional economics, money and banking, economic development of poor nations, econometrics and health economics.

In addition, students may sign up for an independent study course to pursue in depth any current economic issue or problem.

The department is staffed with eight full-time faculty members with doctorates. Each faculty member has specializations in two or more of the above-mentioned areas of study.

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Graduates pursue a variety of challenging careers as high school instructors and in university education, industry, finance, government, and international business.

A graduate is qualified to apply for the position of economist with federal, state, and local civil service agencies. Along with the economics degree, a few selected courses in business and statistics prepare graduates for career opportunities in industry and finance. Combined with other social sciences courses, a major or minor in economics can qualify a person for a social science teaching credential.

A major in economics is an excellent background for law school or a master's degree in social work, business administration, international relations, or public administration and policy. For a position as a professional economist, a master's degree or a doctorate is generally required.