Business Economics (B.S.)
The Bachelor of Science in Business Economics at Salve Regina University provides students with a strong foundation in economic theory, quantitative analysis, and business applications. This program equips students with the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to evaluate economic conditions, assess market trends, and analyze economic policy at local, national, and global levels.
Integrating core business coursework with economic theory, the curriculum emphasizes both analytical depth and practical application. Students gain proficiency in the quantitative tools essential for economic and policy analysis while developing a solid understanding of business principles. This interdisciplinary approach ensures graduates are well-prepared for careers in business, government, and public policy, as well as for advanced studies in economics, business, or law.
By embedding both analytical and business competencies, the program enhances graduate employability and equips students with the critical skills needed to navigate the complexities of today’s economic and business landscape.
Students earning a B.S. in Business Economics complete a minimum of 120 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree, including 41–44 credits of core courses and 59-60 credits (20 courses) in their major.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC-101 | Financial Accounting (and ACC101L) | 4 |
| ACC-104 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| ECN-101 | Introductory Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECN-102 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECN-201 | Intermediate Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECN-202 | Intermediate Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECN-307 | Econometrics 1 | 3 |
| ECN-490 | Public Policy Analysis | 3 |
| Two upper-level (200/300/400-level) ECN electives | 6 | |
| MGT-030 | Excel Modeling and Analysis | 1 |
| MGT-120 | Principles of Business Management | 3 |
| MGT-160 | Business Analytics | 3 |
| MGT-212 | Business Communications | 3 |
| MGT-270 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MGT-280 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MGT-300 | Ethics for Business 2 | 3 |
| MGT-403 | Business Law-Labor Law 2 | 3 |
| STA-173 | Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Applied Calculus | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Total Credits | 59-60 | |
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This course aligns with the Salve Compass Program's focus on professional/experiential learning.
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Students pursuing an M.B.A. through Salve's combined degree program are required to take graduate courses in fall and spring of senior year. Consult the graduate catalog and graduate advisor. MGT-503 may substitute for MGT-403 and MGT-542 may substitute for MGT-300.
Degree Plan for Business Economics
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| STU-101 | First Year Compass Studio | 1 |
| WRT-105 | College Writing and Research Intensive 1 | 3 |
| PHL-105 or RTS-105 |
Finding Your Moral Compass 2 or Faith, Mercy, Justice in the 21st Century |
3 |
| ECN-101 or ECN-102 |
Introductory Macroeconomics 2 or Introductory Microeconomics |
3 |
| MGT-030 | Excel Modeling and Analysis | 1 |
| Select one of the following: 2 | 3 | |
| Principles of Business Management | ||
Core Course |
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| Credits | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| PHL-105 or RTS-105 |
Finding Your Moral Compass 2 or Faith, Mercy, Justice in the 21st Century |
3 |
| ECN-101 or ECN-102 |
Introductory Macroeconomics 2 or Introductory Microeconomics |
3 |
| ACC-101 | Financial Accounting (and ACC-101L) | 4 |
| MGT-160 | Business Analytics | 3 |
| Select one of the following: 2 | 3 | |
| Principles of Business Management | ||
Core Course |
||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| STU-201 | Sophomore Compass Studio 3 | 1 |
| ACC-104 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MGT-212 or MGT-300 |
Business Communications 2, 4 or Ethics for Business |
3 |
| MTH-191 or STA-173 |
Applied Calculus (or MTH-195) or Statistical Methods |
3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| MGT-212 or MGT-300 |
Business Communications 2, 4 or Ethics for Business |
3 |
| MTH-191 or STA-173 |
Applied Calculus (or MTH-195) or Statistical Methods |
3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Elective Course | 3 | |
| Elective Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| ECN-201 or ECN-202 |
Intermediate Macroeconomics or Intermediate Microeconomics |
3 |
| MGT-270 or MGT-280 |
Financial Management 2 or Principles of Marketing |
3 |
| Upper-level (200/300/400-level) ECN Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ECN-307 | Econometrics 4 | 3 |
| MGT-270 or MGT-280 |
Financial Management 2 or Principles of Marketing |
3 |
| Upper-level (200/300/400-level) ECN Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| ECN-201 or ECN-202 |
Intermediate Macroeconomics or Intermediate Microeconomics |
3 |
| Complete one of the following each semester: | 3 | |
| Business Law-Labor Law 5 | ||
Core Course |
||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ECN-490 | Public Policy Analysis | 3 |
| Complete one of the following each semester: | 3 | |
| Business Law-Labor Law 5 | ||
Core Course |
||
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 121 | |
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The first-year writing requirement may be fulfilled by completing WRT-105 in either the fall or spring semester. Alternately, a student may opt for the two-course sequence, completing WRT-102 in the fall and WRT-103 in the spring.
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One each semester.
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This weekend workshop may be taken in either the fall or spring semester of sophomore year.
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This course aligns with the Salve Compass Program's focus on professional/experiential learning.
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Students pursuing an M.B.A. through Salve's combined degree program are required to take graduate courses in fall and spring of senior year. Consult the graduate catalog and graduate advisor. MGT-503 may substitute for MGT-403 and MGT-542 may substitute for MGT-300.