Computer Science + Economics
Bachelor of Science
Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media, Driehaus College of Business
Programs of Interest
0The CS+ECON BS brings together the two distinct fields of Computer Science and Economics in a multi-disciplinary degree program that reflects the impact of computing and data analytics in the field of economics, including the increasing reliance on domain-specific computer applications.
The CS part of the CS+ECON BS curriculum provides students training in fundamental computational problem-solving skills including thinking abstractly, applying formal logic and mathematics, developing algorithms and data structures, and reasoning about and developing software systems at different levels of abstraction. The ECON part of the CS+ECON BS curriculum fosters critical thinking and decision-making skills, equipping individuals with a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics, societal trends, and global issues, thereby enabling them to make informed strategic decisions in both their professional and personal lives. Students in the CS+ECON BS will have a unique combination of intellectual, technical and creative skills that will set them apart.
For international students: this is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.
The program prepares students to become:
- Software developers who can apply their knowledge of economics in the development of computer applications in banking, finance, trading, insurance and other areas.
- Economists who can leverage computing to efficiently analyze vast amounts of data, make precise forecasts, and formulate strategic economic policies, thus playing a critical role in guiding both business strategies and public policy decisions.
Common Careers in CS+Econ
- Software Engineer
- Quantitative Trader
- Research Analyst
- Data Scientist
Since the CS+ECON BS incorporates the core of the CS BS degree and the core of the ECON BA degree, graduates will also be well-prepared to pursue a graduate degree in either field.