Eco vs BBA

College Majors
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Hey guys I have 3 main questions.
But firstly, about me: I’m a prospective international student who wants a career in business, and plan to do an MBA later on. As for specifically what job or particular career in business field, I’m not completely sure yet. The degrees I’m applying for are ofc undergrad courses.

  1. Should I go for Eco degree or BBA - a)So on some forums I’ve read BBA is saturated degree…how true is that?
    b)On the contrary, other people say Economics is a useless degree and has limited
    scope and applications…how true is that too?
    c)Which one has a wider career scope and better job opportunities and salaries?
    d)Also I’ve read that it makes no sense to get BBA and MBA…how true is that too?
    e)Which is more valued - Eco or BBA, and can you do management related jobs off
    the bat with Economics or you need MBA?
  2. BSc Eco or BA Eco-a) What is the difference?
    b)Which one has higher salary and/or higher scope?
    c)Which one is easier to find a job with?
    d)Do companies in business industry give more importance to one or the other?
  3. Micro or Macro Economics- a)Which one should I choose.?
    b)Which one is better for business?
    c) Which one has wider scope and applications?
    Any further questions and I’ll be pleased to answer them. I’d really appreciate help, and please don’t be rude!! :slight_smile:
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It depends on what you want to do in business and what school you go to.

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  1. In my personal opinion: Eco. a) Depends on the country. b) No. c) Both have an equal scope. d) In my opinion, once you get an MBA, your BBA doesn't have much use. The only advantage is when you pursue an MBA after your BBA, you'll have a good foundation to build on, but that's about it. Note that this only applies if you're planning to get an MBA after a BBA. e) Depends.
  2. a) In general, BSc means the focus is more on the scientific aspect of the subject, and BA on the arts side, but this is by no means universal. BSc focuses on the statistical/mathematical side, while BA is more theory intensive. b) Both are equal in opportunities. c) Both are equal in opportunities. d) Depends.
  3. a) You can't chose between them, you'll have to take both if you major in Eco, and at least 1 class from each if you plan on pursuing a BBA. b) Both are equally important. c) Both are equal in opportunities.
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If you are determined to go for MBA, you don’t need a BBA. It is actually better without BBA.

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Thanks alot gentlemen.its got me keaning towards eco. My family members are concerned that theres no scooe for eco, and that put doubt in me.

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  1. It honestly doesn't matter - it's up to you. Its about what you prefer. Economics is a social science major and more theoretical; business is an applied major.

b) No, economics is not “useless.” It can be applied to a wide range of jobs within business and the social sciences.
c) Majors don’t get you jobs or salaries; jobs do. You can get similar kinds of jobs with either a business or an econ major - it depends on your skills and experience.
d) It makes sense. An MBA is necessary or recommended for many careers.
e) Neither, necessarily. It depends on the job and the employer. Employers are not monoliths - some people prefer one or the other.

You can’t do management related jobs off the bat with either major. Nobody wants a manager with no experience :slight_smile: But once you have a few years of experience, you can be a manager with either major.

  1. Generally there really is no difference between a BS and a BA. It really just depends on what the college is accredited to grant - some colleges grant BSs in English or BAs in physics. Some schools do give you a choice between a BA and a BS in a specific major; it might mean you have to take more science classes. I doubt economics is one of those fields; if it is, it's probably just more math classes. Employers typically don't care and neither leads to a higher salary.
  2. I don't think you can specialize in micro or macroeconomics at the undergrad level. Even if you could, which one is better for business depends on the specific business.