Economics
Bachelor of Arts, Department of Economics
Department Overview
The major in economics provides a program of study for the liberal arts student that allows for an investigation of the essential area of economics and introduces the student specializing in economics to problem solving and analytical research. As an outgrowth of the dialogue between the faculty and students, both inside and outside the classroom, we encourage economic research.
Degree Objectives
- To provide students with a fundamental understanding of our present-day economic.
- Prepare students for immediate entry into professional careers in the business, banking and finance, and governmental communities.
- Prepare students for graduate school, especially in economics, business and public administration, and law.
- Prepare students for teaching in the social science areas of the secondary school system.
Career Opportunities*
- Actuary
- Compensation and benefits
- Credit Analyst
- Budget Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Accountant
- Sales
- Financial Analyst
- Bookkeeper
- Management Analyst
* Monster, What can you do with an economics degree?
