The Department of Business Economics and Public Policy offers concentrations in the areas of economic consulting and public policy analysis.
Business Economics and Public Policy Salary Statistics, Class of 2025
| Position | Average | Range | Median signing bonus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting/Management & Strategy | $96,357 | $77,500–$112,000 | $8,000 |
| Consulting/Information Technology | $85,200 | $80,000–$88,000 | n/a |
| Consulting/Other | $83,500 | $71,000–$90,000 | $5,000 |
| Finance/Corporate Finance | $78,167 | $64,000–$100,000 | $5,000 |
| OVERALL | $81,912 | $40,000–$120,000 | $7,500 |
Business Economics and Public Policy Student Profile*
| Population | Class of 2026 | Class of 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Total students | 96 | 93 |
| Male | 59% | 58% |
| Female | 41% | 42% |
| Minorities** | 14% | 18% |
| International | 7% | 10% |
*as of October 1, 2025
** Under-represented minorities: Indiana University defines under-represented minorities as African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Pacific Islander, and those indicating “two or more races.”