Undergraduate Program
Business Economics, B.A.
A business-oriented economics major combining economic theory, accounting, and data-driven analysis to understand markets, organizations, and strategic decision-making.
About the Major
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics offers a major for students seeking a business orientation in their study of economics.
It does not replicate a traditional undergraduate business curriculum. Instead, it provides a focused program grounded in economic theory, quantitative analysis, and accounting.
The program is designed to prepare students for careers in finance, consulting, and business strategy, as well as graduate study in business, economics, and law. Coursework includes offerings from both the Department of Economics and the Anderson School of Management.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the Business Economics major, students develop economic, accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills for evaluating business problems, markets, and policy.
Major Requirements
Requirement worksheets vary by admit type and entry year. Students should review the worksheet that matches their UCLA admission category.
Beginning Fall 2025, for non-transfer students, the deadline to complete the pre-major requirements will be by the end of your 8th regular quarter, excluding summer terms.
Students should apply to the major as soon as their final pre-major grades are posted to DARS.
For 2025–2026, both the 135-unit deadline and term deadline apply. Beginning Fall 2026, only the term deadline will apply.
Courses
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Additional Information
Key policies and application details for the Business Economics major.
English Comp 131B
Required for Business Economics majors and restricted to students in their final quarter. Students must finalize their Degree Expected Term (DET) by February 1 to reserve a seat. The course is not restricted in summer, space permitting.
Applying for the Major
Students must complete all Pre-Major courses before applying.
Applications are announced during the first three weeks of each regular quarter and Summer Session A.
Admission decisions are released approximately two weeks after the application deadline. Students should apply only once all requirements are met.
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