Economics is a challenging and rewarding major. Training in economics prepares one for a variety of positions with corporations and other business firms, federal and state governments, and research and policy institutes. Law school admissions officers look favorably on economics graduates because economics trains students to think analytically and rigorously. Economics majors rank highly among the various disciplines in salaries.
At K-State, our faculty is dedicated to providing outstanding undergraduate
instruction in economics. Our talented students also contribute to create
an enthusiastic learning environment. If you think that economics might
be the major you are looking for, or if you would just like to explore
it a bit more, stop by for a visit. You can contact me at dkuester@ksu.edu
or (785) 532-6341.
Dr. Dan Kuester
Director of Undergraduate Studies
Individuals, businesses, governments face many important economic decisions. Should the individual attend college or accept a job offer? Should the business expand into a new region? Should the government raise payroll taxes to assure the financial viability of social security? Should government impose tariffs on imports from China and place stronger limits on immigration?
Economists study the implications of such decisions and how these decisions impact our lives. The well-trained economist has a solid understanding of economic theory as well as the technical tools to apply this theory to make informed choices. Not surprisingly, these skills are valuable in the job market; they also help students prepare for graduate studies in economics, law, or related fields.
The Department of Economics
offers undergraduate programs leading to the B.A. or B.S. degree. In
addition, many students complement
their major area of study with a minor in economics. Students
with an outstanding academic record can join our accelerated undergraduate
and graduate programs leading to a B.A. or B.S. in economics at
the end of four years of study and a master of arts in economics
at the end of five.
