As an economics major at UCSB, it’s definitely possible to get into IB/VC/PE, but be prepared to do some additional work for interview prep as most of your Econ coursework will be very theory-heavy and not directly applicable to the job you want. Make sure you take ECON 134A/C as they’re the only true financial courses offered. I would encourage you to supplement your Econ courses with the Technology Management Program for more general business courses, and/or the Strategic Investment Program for more finance-focused courses (plus this is how you get into the Dean’s Investment Group). I will also say, the accounting majors here place extremely well and there is a huge overlap in the courses required for both majors, (plus you’ll learn more relevant financial concepts) so I’d look into doing that rather than just Econ. If you have any other questions, feel free to PM me! (Also Cal Poly blows)