Department of Economics & International Business

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Chair: Mark Tuttle, Ph.D., (936) 294-1386

Website: Department of Economics & International Business 

Vision

To develop outstanding Economics, International Business, and Business Analysis programs with faculty that is recognized for excellence in instruction, research, and service.

Mission

The mission of the Department of Economics and International Business is to support the mission of the University and the College of Business Administration by providing students with an academic foundation to become productive citizens, to develop successful careers, and to provide interested students with the background to pursue graduate or professional studies.  The Department will provide curricula that promote critical thinking skills and enhance decision making abilities, which help students become productive and informed citizens. Faculty will engage in research to create and disseminate new knowledge, develop quality-teaching skills, maintain high professional standards, and actively serve the University Community.

Academic Programs

The Economics program is intended for students seeking a logical, ordered way of looking at business problems. The principles, approaches, and conclusions derived from the study of economics form the basis for developing sound policies in business, government, and personal life decisions.

The International Business program is designed for students preparing for positions with business, government, or international agencies dealing with international trade and foreign investments. As a result of the growing importance of international trade in the world economy, domestic and multinational corporations face a growing need for employees with specialized training in matters relating to international trade.

Career Opportunities

The study of economics is an effective way to prepare for several types of careers, including:

  • Economic Consulting
  • Legal Profession
  • Government Sector
  • Market Research
  • Corporations and Financial Institutions
  • Graduate education in law, business, public administration, urban studies, and economics.

The study of international business is an effective way to prepare for several types of careers, including:

  • International Corporations
  • Federal and International Agencies, both public and private 
  • Graduate education in law, international business, public administration, and economics.

Suggested Minors

  • Accounting
  • A Foreign Language
  • Banking
  • Economics (for International Business majors)
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Math
  • Political Science

The Department of Economics and International Business offers a minor in economics and a minor in international business for students pursuing a major that requires or encourages a minor.