Economics (BS) – Liberal Arts

Economics (BS) – Liberal Arts

Are you passionate about economic theory and eager to apply it to your career? Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in economics online may be an ideal fit for you. Offered by The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, this program combines the quantitative and social science focus of an economics degree with opportunities to explore other disciplines. As a graduate, you’ll be well-prepared for careers in banking, finance, urban planning, marketing and more.

Quick facts

Next start date: 05/18/2026
Total classes: 41
Weeks per class: 7.5
Credit hours: 120

MAT 210: Brief Calculus (MATH OR MA)

MAT 211: Mathematics for Business Analysis

ECN 312: Intermediate Microeconomic Theory (SOBE OR SB)

ECN 313: Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (SOBE OR SB)

ECN 310: Applied Regression and Data Analytics

ECN 211: Macroeconomic Principles (SOBE OR SB)

ECN 212: Microeconomic Principles (SOBE OR SB)

ECN 221: Business Statistics (QTRS OR CS)

STP 226: Elements of Statistics (QTRS OR CS)

ECN 475: Capstone in Economics (L)

The jobs this program prepares you for

Economic decisions guide organizations across industries, creating abundant career opportunities in law, government, business, public policy and more. Your quantitative skills and the expertise developed in your elective courses can give you a multidisciplinary edge. Potential roles include corporate economist, financial analyst, consultant, market research analyst and environmental economist. Additional career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Personal Financial Advisors

Growth: 9.6%
Salary: $102,140

Data Scientists

Growth: 33.5%
Salary: $112,590

Economists

Growth: 1.2%
Salary: $115,440

Financial and Investment Analysts

Growth: 5.7%
Salary: $101,350

Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists

Growth: 5.3%
Salary: $77,020

Investment Fund Managers

Growth: 14.8%
Salary: $161,700

Lawyers

Growth: 4.1%
Salary: $151,160

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Growth: 6.7%
Salary: $76,950

Legislators

Growth: 3.4%
Salary: $44,810

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Growth: 4.5%
Salary: $136,550