Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Finance and Economics

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Explore Foundational Business Practices With a Focus on Economics

A Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance and Economics degree from Grand Canyon University provides you with an advanced business skill set and knowledge in areas of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, preparing you to become a responsible contributor in the finance and economics areas of the global economy. 


This finance and economics degree helps you prepare for entry-level careers in business, finance and economics by covering materials in finance, investments, banking, economics and international trade. Through your studies as a financial economics degree major, you will also study how markets can impact investing and businesses.  
 

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Why GCU

Earn Your Degree in Finance and Economics From GCU

In this Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics program, you will Work to understand how the finance and economics fields relate to one another in the business industry. The financial state of individuals, businesses, communities and even countries can impact decision-making. Therefore, understanding economic conditions can greatly benefit those trying to make sound financial decisions. 
 

Finance: The finance field is generally concerned with money management. This can include everything from investing to lending in both personal and business contexts. Finance also encompasses the oversight, creation and study of banking, credit and the asset and liability management that makes up financial systems.

Economics: The economics discipline mainly focuses on how goods and services are made, distributed and consumed. Economic studies cover how people, businesses, governments and nations allocate and use resources such as time, land, money and tools. 

Coursework

What You Will Study in the Finance and Economics Degree Program

At GCU, earning a degree in finance and economics provides you with a well-rounded business education that focuses on two interrelated fields. As a graduate, you will gain knowledge in important topic areas such as:

  • Finance
  • Economics — micro, macro and international
  • Statistics
  • Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Investments
  • Portfolio management
  • Group behavior in organizations
  • Relationships between monetary environments and financial planning
  • Financial evaluation
  • Legal and ethical business principles
     
Careers

Career Opportunities With a Finance and Economics Degree

As a BS in Finance and Economics graduate, you may gravitate toward jobs in either finance or economics. You may also find work that capitalizes on your skill set in bridging the gap between finance and economics. Organizations looking for people with a finance and economics background include financial services, insurance companies, mortgage companies, banks, international corporations, nonprofits and colleges.  

Here are some of the career options you may have after earning your degree in finance and economics.  

  • Budget analyst
  • Financial and investment analyst
  • Personal financial advisor
  • Loan officer
  • Risk management analyst
  • General and operations manager
  • Financial manager 

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Estimated increase of jobs in the field from 2021 to 2031

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Degree in Finance and Economics FAQs

If earning a business degree that combines two major business fields seems appealing, a program that combines finance and economics may be a good fit for you. Learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics degree at GCU.

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1 COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 and 2021 may be atypical compared to prior years. The pandemic may impact the predicted future workforce outcomes indicated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as well. Accordingly, data shown is effective September 2022, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Financial Analysts. Retrieved on Feb. 7, 2023. 

2 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (n.d.). Occupational Outlook Handbook: Financial Analysts. Retrieved Feb. 7, 2023.

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