Undergraduate
Economics
Learn valuable analytical skills to help deepen understanding of global, national, and regional markets to help employers make informed decisions.
Economics major and minor
The Simpson economics major combines rigorous analytical training with practical applications led by dedicated faculty-driven to help you succeed.
Small class sizes allow our faculty to provide you with personalized attention and mentoring.
Our broad-based liberal arts curriculum is designed with employers’ needs in mind. You will develop a strong grasp of the knowledge needed to succeed in a career in economics, along with critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Why Simpson College for Economics?
Launch a Great Career in the Business World
Majoring in economics provides many diverse job opportunities and prepares you for graduate school. Some sectors where our graduates have landed include financial analyst, mortgage analyst, stockbroker, investment advisor/manager, and policy analyst.
Economics offers a respected, in-demand degree and professors who challenge students to go further and have experiences that make a difference. If that sounds good, see what more the Department of Business Administration and Economics offers.
Need assistance? Contact us!
- eduardo.magalhaes@simpson.edu
- 515-961-1657
- Mary Berry Hall
- Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Meet Our Faculty
Hayley Abourezk-Pinkstone
- Assistant Professor of Economics
Sandra Jennings-Hammond
- Adjunct Professor of Business Management
Eduardo Magalhães III
- Chair of the Business, Accounting, and Economics Department
- Ruth Harp Chair in Political Science
- Director of Latin American Studies and Professor of Political Science
Jeff Wilson
- Adjunct Professor of Marketing & Economics
