Economics, Minor

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Study economics as a minor to develop strong communication skills and understand how businesses adapt to market dynamics. An economics minor can complement a degree in many fields such as business, sociology, political science, or humanities.

Rinker College of Business

West Palm Beach

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Overview

  • Degree Type: Minor
  • School: Rinker College of Business
  • Start Terms: Fall & Spring entry
  • Prerequisites: Declared Major
  • Total Credit Hours: 18-21 credits
  • Time to Complete: Varies
  • Program Format: On Campus
  • Experience: Economic Analysis

Why Minor in Economics at PBA?

Develop analytical thinking, communication, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills through Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Economics minor. Students explore how markets, businesses, governments, and societies respond to economic forces while building knowledge that complements a wide range of undergraduate majors. Economics and Mathematical Economics majors are not eligible for this minor.

  • Confidence in Christ: Center your faith and biblical principles in your study of economics, business, and leadership.
  • High-Quality Networks: Thrive through internships and professional events in the heart of Palm Beach County’s financial and wealth management community.
  • Study Abroad: Explore global business in places like Austria, China, Czechia, Dubai, and Egypt. Learn more about the Rinker College of Business’s study abroad opportunities
  • Versatile Skills: Strengthen analytical thinking, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills that apply across many industries and professions.

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What You'll Learn

Students in the Economics minor develop a strong understanding of economic principles, markets, and business decision-making while strengthening analytical and quantitative reasoning.

Students learn to:

  • Understand principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics
  • Analyze how individuals, businesses, and markets make economic decisions
  • Examine financial institutions, markets, and monetary systems
  • Explore international economics and economic development
  • Evaluate economic data and economic relationships
  • Apply economic reasoning to business, government, and public policy

Program Details

PBA offers a variety of courses that students can choose from within this minor program. Take a look at what you’ll be learning while working toward your degree.

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  • Full admission to Palm Beach Atlantic University
  • A declared undergraduate major
  • Meet applicable academic requirements for enrollment in minor coursework
  • Economics and Mathematical Economics majors are not eligible for the Economics minor

Admissions

Economics students benefit from collaborative classrooms, business-focused learning environments, and the resources of PBA’s Rinker College of Business. Located in West Palm Beach, students study near one of South Florida’s leading financial and wealth management communities, creating opportunities to connect classroom learning with internships, professional events, and real-world business experiences.

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Common Major Pairings

An Economics minor complements majors that benefit from an understanding of markets, economic decision-making, finance, business, and public policy. Common major pairings may include:

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Financial Aid

PBA’s robust scholarship program awards over $3 million every year. Invest in your learning with major-specific scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, which are awarded to 97% of our undergraduate students. Explore the resources below to learn more about tuition, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

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