Half of the US presidents since 1975, and the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize winner, were economics majors (as was Joe Maddon, manager of the Tampa Bay Rays!).  Evidently, economics is broadly applicable, useful in many occupations.  While about two thirds of those with majors in economics work in corporations and other private businesses, many governmental, military, and non-profit opportunities are also open to economists.  Economics training enhances logical reasoning and analytical skills, useful in the corporate world and very useful as a preparation for further study in law and business. Click here for more information on careers in Economics.

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Perhaps more than ever before, an international perspective is required to address the fundamental questions of economics, business, and society.  That's one reason USF St. Petersburg now emphasizes the international side of economics by offering a set of four courses in international economics.  The basic International Economics course is ECO 3703.  The next three courses focus on important international aspects of economics.  International Macroeconomics (ECO 4713) looks at macroeconomics, such as exchange rates, international monetary relations, the Euro, and recessions. International Trade and Policy (ECO 4704) focuses on microeconomic issues, such as trade patterns and policy, the World Trade Organization and NAFTA. Economics of Latin America (ESC 4430) looks at the region that buys over 50% of Florida's exports -- our biggest international customer. All four of these courses also count toward the International Business minor.