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Business and Economics

Nick Troha '24 (left) and Evan Coffey '24 work on the new Bloomberg terminals in the Myrin Library.

Wall Street on Main Street

Bloomberg terminals allow our students to study stocks in real time and earn finance certifications as Ursinus trading floor becomes a reality—giving our students a cutting edge as they enter the finance sector and begin their careers.

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In an information- and data-driven world, our dedicated faculty work closely with each student to help them become effective thinkers and communicators. 

Ursinus College Unveils APEX

APEX at Ursinus is a transformative new learning ecosystem combining academic Inquiry with real-world experiences. Nearly $10M in commitments from donors have been made to date for APEX implementation, which begins in fall 2025. 

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Beyond the Balance Sheet: Exploring Nontraditional Careers in Accounting and Finance

On Saturday, March 29, 2025, Ursinus College will host the Accounting and Finance Student Conference. This event, sponsored by the MidAtlantic Council IMA, is open to students and administrators from colleges and universities across the Philadelphia region. It offers a hands-on opportunity to explore nontraditional career paths in the accounting and finance fields and learn about the skills needed to take on an entrepreneurial venture, all while networking with local business leaders.

Bindu Pirlamarla '10
Convenience for All: Bindu Pirlamarla ’10 Leads Amazon’s Effort to Make Shopping More Accessible

Through her role at Amazon, Bindu Pirlamarla ’10 is helping to make online grocery shopping easier and more affordable for households across the United States.


Develop critical and analytical thinking, ethical decision-making skills

The Business and Economics department offers majors in Economics or Finance and minors in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Marketing and Management Studies. Students learn to apply economic theory to real-life situations, analyze data, write effectively, and make compelling presentations. 

graduate Experienced and prepared.

Nearly all of Economics and Finance majors complete internships, giving them an edge in the job market. Graduates pursue careers in supply chain, business analytics, finance, marketing, accounting, and public administration, with employers like JP Morgan Chase, TD Bank, Vanguard, SEI, Amazon, and Clemens Food Group. Some continue advanced studies in economics, law, and business, while others start their own businesses, inspired by U-Imagine! The Center for Integrative and Entrepreneurial Studies.

Our curriculum emphasizes both analytical and soft skills, enabling graduates to advance to leadership positions in their organizations and professions.

Economic student presenting research to others. Economics major Ayden Hughes researches Ticket Prices and Superstar Contracts in the MLB. He shared his research at the annual COSA event on campus

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