Economics

ECONOMICS

At many other colleges, you’ll find the economics program mixed in with the liberal arts and sciences. Here at JU, economics is part of the Davis College of Business. Our program combines the study of economic theory with a broad introductory look at business. Add in the soft skills acquired through classes in ethics, communication and leadership, and you have a degree like no other. The economics program also offers the practical business focus shared by all programs in the business college.

Our economics students go beyond studying supply and demand curves. They study economic theory and learn how to apply those theories as they analyze and solve relevant business problems. They learn how economics affects our whole world – from government and public policy, to banking, private industry, politics and labor relations.

Many students have done independent research projects in areas that pique their own interests. Faculty work directly with students to cultivate the most interesting research, internship and job opportunities.

Economics Faculty

                                                               
          Dr. J. Rody Borg                                                     Dr. John Buck                                                     Dr. Carol Dole
Director of Accelerated Degree Program              Professor of Economics                       Assistant Professor of Economics
     Professor of Economics 

                                                           
          Dr. Hassan Pordeli                                               Elizabeth Porter                                             Dr. Barry Thornton
      Professor of Economics                        Visiting Instructor of Economics                        Professor of Economics

Facilities & Resources
The new Davis College of Business building is the largest classroom facility on campus. Its wired classrooms (and wireless technology throughout) provide technologically advanced learning spaces. Each classroom has computer, DVD, and video projection systems that faculty use in lectures and students use in presentations. Two computer lab/classrooms, a Trading Room and a Behavioral Lab provide specialized learning space. The facility also has executive training rooms, conference space, breakout rooms, a student lounge and a small café. Business and economics students can get tutoring and extra help through the Math Lab, which is part of the Learning Resources Network.

Internship & Career Opportunities
The College of Business offers internship opportunities for students in all major areas of study, including economics. Internships allow students to expand their education and skills, receive exposure to real-life experiences, and enhance their career opportunities while earning academic credits. More than 50 local and/or national organizations sponsor internships for College of Business students.

The economics program at JU is designed to prepare the student for research and management careers in business and government. Graduates have gone on to successful careers with American Airlines, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Mutual of New York, Drexel Burnham Lambert; the Internal Revenue Service; and Prudential Securities.

For more information, please contact Sharon Collins, Student Services and Outreach, at (904) 256-7258 or scollin5@ju.edu.

Click HERE for a copy of the Internship Packet.

Click HERE for the Four-Year Plan for ECONOMICS.

Contacts
For additional or specific information, you can write, call or e-mail us:

Office of Admission
(904) 256-7000 or (800) 225-2027 (toll-free)
E-mail: admissions@ju.edu