Economics and Business
The mission of the Economics and Business Department is to provide inclusive educational opportunities aimed at developing competencies necessary for meaningful contributions to the professional and academic fields of business and economics. These opportunities are provided in a continuous learning environment for faculty and students. Departmental goals are based on the College’s established broad learning goals, Great Commitments, and aims of General Education.
Opportunities & Internships
Careers & Outcomes
Berea Economics and Business graduates are distinguished by their practical experience gained with the work-study program and internships. They find employment or continue their field of study in a variety of fields and occupations such as:
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Berea College’s Economics and Business program laid the foundation for my rewarding career. Through a well-structured academic program, career development support, hands-on internships, financial literacy education, and experiences as a teaching assistant and investment club leader, I gained a strong foundation in both theory and practice, along with valuable interpersonal skills. The dedicated and supportive faculty, who served as both instructors and trusted mentors, played a KaraWebb role in my growth. These experiences prepared me well for a career in management consulting, and I continue to rely on the knowledge and skills I gained every day.
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Berea College’s Business and Economics program is not only practical but relevant to the demands of the 21st century workplace. More than four years after graduation, I still find myself making reference to the tools and techniques that I learned while in the program.
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To say Berea’s education has helped me excel would be an understatement… The education Berea provides gives you a sense of confidence that you can apply within the workforce because you feel prepared to not only carry out your job tasks, but also feel able to apply your knowledge and skills to make suggestions where you see fit. Due to the skills you gain while at Berea and studying business concepts, you can help to streamline processes and identify areas that could be more efficient within the roles you will take on post-graduation.
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I am a Senior Energy Analyst at Competitive Energy Services, headquartered in Portland, Maine. As a consultant in the energy markets, I love keeping track of geopolitical and macroeconomic updates that can directly affect energy strategies for my clients. I graduated from Berea in 2019 with a double- major in Economics and Political Science and a minor in Math. I then earned my MS in Financial Economics at the University of Maine in 2022, where I published research on cryptocurrency markets. As a lifelong Berean, I credit my college experience for developing my leadership qualities and critical thinking skills.
