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Curriculum: B.A./B.S. Economics - Online

This is a 180-credit undergraduate program at the end of which you will earn either a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Economics. The economics major at OSU provides a strong foundation in quantitative analysis, oral and written communication, problem solving and research methods.

Three options to focus your economics studies

Students may choose the traditional major or one of two options: managerial economics or law, economics and policy.

• Traditional major: prepares students for businesses who want employees who can think, communicate well, write and solve problems, and who are comfortable with quantitative analysis.
• Managerial economics option: allows students to use business classes toward their economics major requirements. This option is for students interested in jobs or graduate work in business with a strong economic background.
• Law, economics and policy option: serves students interested in public service or advanced study in law or public policy. This option draws from OSU’s political science and philosophy online courses as well as economics.

The degree requirements consist of five main areas:

1. Baccalaureate core: 48 credits plus a Writing Intensive Course (WIC) of at least 3 credits
2. College of Liberal Arts core: 15 credits
3. B.A. or B.S. requirements: 15 – 24 credits
4. Economics major: 51 credits
5. Electives: as needed to meet the 180 credit minimum to graduate

Total: 180 credits, including at least 60 upper division credits

For more complete information about the Economics program curriculum, view our Detailed Curriculum Guide for Prospective Students.

Add a minor

OSU Ecampus students have the ability to add a minor to their degree program. OSU offers a diverse selection of minors online. Combine economics and a business minor or economics plus a U.S. history minor to create an even more powerful resume fit for today's job market. 

Transfer credits

Many of the requirements can be transferred from other colleges and universities. Additional information about transferring credits is available through the OSU Office of Admissions.