Industry Studies Major

Description: A program that focuses on the study of specific industries and economic sectors from domestic and comparative perspectives in order to assess strength, weakness and relationship to national security needs. Includes instruction in resource economics, finance and monetary policy, industrial economics, econometrics and forecasting, labor and organizational studies, technology policy, national security policy, military strategy, acquisition needs assessment, crisis management, international economics and development studies. Is Industry Studies the right major for you?
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Industry Studies Major

What Courses Do Industry Studies Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Industry Studies majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Military Studies
  • Organization Principles
  • Politics