The Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics offered through the College of Business prepares students for careers that require an in-depth understanding of the forces of the economy. Economists study changes occurring in various countries, as well as individual sectors of an economy. You will learn how to research and analyze economic issues, conduct surveys and collect data, and analyze data using mathematical models and statistical techniques, and more.
Program Expected Student Outcomes
Disciplinary Knowledge
1.1 Learners will be able to identify and connect the appropriate concepts and theory from the field of Economics to real-world issues.
1.2 Learners will be able to identify and correctly apply appropriate empirical and statistical methods in the analysis of economic problems.
Effective Communication
2.1 Learners will be proficient at locating, evaluating, and using information effectively to develop well-organized written communication.
2.2 Learners will develop and deliver clear and well-organized oral presentations.
Ethics and Values
3.1 Learners will recognize basic concepts and theories related to business ethics and social responsibility.
3.2 Learners will recognize the ethical dilemmas and social responsibility in a business situation and recommend courses of actions to address the issues.
Global Perspective
4.1 Learners will be able to explain the main international economic concepts and theory.
4.2 Learners will be able to apply appropriate quantitative methods used in international economic theory and practice to analyze international economic issues.
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