As a business economics student at UW-Stevens Point, you will learn to model the behavior of individuals, businesses and governments to analyze resource allocation, firm performance and public policies. You will also develop analytical-thinking skills that can be successfully applied in business, law, public administration and other fields.
The UW-Stevens Point
School of Business and Economics (SBE) creates career-ready graduates. We deliver in-demand skills, professional development experiences and access to employers. UW-Stevens Point earned accreditation from the
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for our School of Business and Economics. Graduates will complete degrees from a program ranked among the top 20 percent in the nation and top 5 percent in the world.
Explore Career Opportunities in Business Economics
Students complete courses
in core business economic content and methodology, as well as courses in basic
mathematical techniques and advanced economic statistics. Statewide job growth in marketing is projected to increase by 14% in the next 10 years.
Our
alumni are employed in such fields as manufacturing, banking, insurance and real estate. They work in firms of different sizes, locally and internationally. Graduates of our
business economics program find employment in various areas including:
- private and public businesses
- state or federal government
- nonprofit institutions,
- schools
- banks
- financial management firms
- law firms.
Get Involved on Campus
Students develop important people skills and build professional network by participating in our unique Smiley Professional Events
program. Hear top-notch speakers and meet local business
representatives at our panel discussions, networking events and
career-skills workshops. Choose from more than 300 Pro Events every year
to build your personal path to career success. The School of Business and Economics encourages all of our majors to develop their knowledge and skills outside of traditional classroom settings by joining one of our
student organizations including:
- Economics Club
- Financial Literacy Association
- Institute of Management Accountants
Gain Experience Outside the Classroom
Acquire valuable on-the-job experience and course credit by interning with a business or non-profit organization. Many interns get
hired before graduation and receive job offers upon completing their internship. The School of Business and Economics works with Central Wisconsin’s business community to offer you
internship positions at some of the strongest companies and organizations in the area including Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Greenheck Fan, Associated Bank, Sentry Insurance, Progressive Insurance and the Boys and Girls Club.
Study abroad internships are also available. Students in the
10-week study-abroad program in London gain employment experience in such areas as economic research, financial services and marketing. A
four-week study-abroad program in China places students at a company or nonprofit organization where they build an understanding of the Chinese business environment.
Meet Your Economics Professors
Our
faculty and staff members have real-world experience in a wide range of business disciplines as well as degrees from some of the most highly respected universities internationally. You’ll benefit from our hands-on style of instruction, personal attention and comprehensive understanding of our fields as you learn key concepts and practices of business applications.