Economics

Welcome to the Department of Economics at the Florida Atlantic University — College of Business. Our goal is to prepare students for careers in banking, government, data analysis, teaching and advanced graduate or doctoral work. We offer undergraduate and graduate programs taught by distinguished faculty who emphasize the study and application of economic theory.

The Chair of the Department of Economics is Steven B. Caudill, Ph.D.

Academic Programs

Learn about our innovative programs.

Faculty Profiles

Learn more about our faculty members.

Scholarships

The following list of scholarships was created by donations from individuals and organizations for students of the College of Business (COB). The FAU Foundation and the Dean's Office administer the scholarships once per year at the start of the Fall Semester. Some scholarships are made from the interest accrued on endowed funds. The scholarships may be expendable or endowments. Therefore, each scholarship fund is reviewed and awarded on a case by case basis. To apply, select the red application button to the right. Awards to scholarship recipients are received in writing approximately one month after the application window closes. The closing date for all scholarship applications in the College of Business is October 1, 2016.

College of Business Scholarships

FAU Scholarships

Career opportunities for a Major in Economics

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Accreditation & Rankings

AACSB Accreditation

FAU Business is proud to be an accredited member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International, the premier accreditation agency for Schools of Business worldwide.

FT Executive Education Rankings

FAU College of Business’ executive education professional development programs ranked #15 in the U.S. and #1 in Florida in the Financial Times Executive Education Rankings.

Best Online GRAD Business Programs

#37 in Best Online Master's in Business Programs (Excluding MBA).

Best Online MBA Programs

FAU Business again ranked among the "Best Online MBA Programs" in 2020 by U.S. News & World Report.

Best Online GRAD Veterans Programs

#19 in Best Online Master's in Business Programs for Veterans (Excluding MBA).

Best Online Veterans MBA Programs

In 2019, U.S. News & World Report ranked FAU Business among the Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans. Florida Atlantic University has also earned the 2020-2021 Military Friendly® School "Gold Designation."

Best MBA in Sport Management Program

The MBA in Sport Management program is among the top 20 postgraduate sports business programs in the world, according to the latest rankings from SportBusiness.

Best Hospitality Program

FAU Business ranks on The 30 Best Hospitality Programs in the U.S.

Best For Veterans

FAU Business was named one of the top business schools in South Florida for veterans by Military Times. Florida Atlantic University has also earned the 2020-2021 Military Friendly® School "Gold Designation."