PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT
The department of economics and decision sciences offers following undergraduate and graduate programs:
The Bachelor of Business in Economics, available in the College of Business and Technology, is a comprehensive program to prepare students for the business world. A minor is optional.
The Bachelor of Arts in Economics is offered in the College of Arts and Sciences. A minor is required. Students majoring in economics can minor in decision sciences, political science, finance, or other suitable areas.
The 5-year integrated bachelor's and master's degree program lets you integrate either the Bachelor of Arts in Economics or the Bachelor of Business in Economics degree with the Master of Arts in Economics and finish
both degrees in only five years. With careful planning, and by taking summer classes, students may be able to finish
both degrees in less than five years time.
The M.A. in Economics at Western Illinois University is a
specialized degree program that prepares students for various positions
in business and government, or teaching positions in two-year colleges.
The program is particularly suitable for those who intend to seek
advance degrees (Ph.D., DBA, or JD) in business, economics, or law.