The program of study provides a thorough grounding in science, the humanities, and mathematics; a broad grasp of the tools of economic analysis and decision making; and an understanding of the institutional milieu in which tomorrow's leaders must operate. In addition, the curriculum provides ample opportunities for career-oriented studies in fields such as accounting, finance, management science, public policy, and international affairs; life-enriching studies in history and literature are also available

All degree programs offered by the School of Economics including the B.S. degree in Economics offer an International Plan (IP) Designation. In general the IP designation can be obtained by completing courses in three specified area:

Students are required to complete a general course in Global Economics. Economics 2101 has been approved by the IP committee to fulfill this requirement
Students are also required to complete a region specific course. Any number of International Affairs course can be used to fulfill this requirement
Student are also required to complete are capstone course rounding out the international experience. The IP designation also requires students to become proficient in a language as well as spending at least twenty-six week in a foreign culture enrolled School and/or participating in an internship experience