<p>Pretty big decision here. I'm originally from LA and plan on moving back to the vicinity after graduation, so I'm currently leaning toward transferring back home to USC. Is there any real-world differences between Economics programs and Business programs? Also, in my time at NYU, I've realized I'm not into i-banking or finance. </p>
<p>I do like NYU, New York City, the people, the food, etc. but I feel like this is a pretty big career opportunity for me to grab, especially since I'm planning on staying the LA area after graduation.</p>
<p>Any comments? Thanks.</p>
<p>I’d suggest staying at NYU. NYU’s Econ dept is excellent. It’s easily more prestigious than USC’s business school, and if you’re not interested in I-banking or finance, there’s no reason for you to be in a business school. I have no doubt that you’ll be able to find a job in LA upon graduation, so I wouldn’t worry about transferring to be closer to home.</p>
<p>I agree, I would stay at NYU. LA will always be there and you will get a job.</p>
<p>Economics programs involve a lot more Math/Calculus/Statistics and modeling whereas Business classes are less theoretical (ex. finance, management, operations, statistics) with a healthy dose of economics as well. </p>
<p>USC Marshall’s reputation is, in my opinion, stronger than NYU-Econ on the West Coast. The Trojan Family, especially in Southern California, is very tight-nit and will help you tremendously in your job search.</p>
<p>Finance/i-banking is in the toilet right now so USC’s job prospects are probably better because NYU is so closely tied to Wall Street. Options for business majors outside of finance include management consulting, information systems, marketing, and operations. All the finance guys are having a hard time finding jobs right now so management consulting is becoming the new hot career.</p>
<p>In light of the above, I would choose USC Marshall in a heartbeat but that’s just me.</p>