UMich LSA Econ vs IU BA

MidwestPack
Mon, 28 Oct 2024 18:05:43 +0000

mel6:

Is econ a viable degree to break into finance vs students studying in a finance concentration?

I will let others with more practical knowledge of this respond, but it is a great question.

First, I truly believe that you can get to where ever you want to go by majoring in pretty much anything; but some paths to the “where ever” are easier than others. Many people have very successful business careers with a degree in economics. My suggestion (and a deep regret I have for myself) though, is that if you are truly wanting to go into business, taking at least a few classes - even if it doesn’t amount to a concentration however that is defined - in finance or accounting will go a long ways to making you invaluable to a company. Or, even better, helping you to start your own company.