| A Bachelors of Arts requires the successful completion of 121 academic credit hours (approximately 40 courses). To specialize in Economics, students are required to complete 18 credit hours (6 classes) in this area of expertise. The following chart summarizes the distribution of credit hours. |
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| Economics is the social science concerned with the study of people "in the ordinary business of life." It examines the behavior of consumers, business firms, labor unions, government, and other decision makers who take part in the process whereby limited resources are allocated so as to best satisfy people's wants and desires. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| The specialization of economics provides the student with a unique opportunity to blend both theoretical and practical courses in a manner designed to develop decision-making skills. In order to present a thorough understanding of economic principles, the economics curriculum gives students a strong foundation in introductory and intermediate level courses and a diverse offering of advanced topics. Students may choose courses according to their interests and vocational objectives. The student is exposed to a number of applied fields which focus on personal, local, regional, national, and international economic problems. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Economics majors have a wide variety of career options in both the private and public sectors. These include careers in state and local government, federal and international agencies, business, finance and banking, journalism, teaching, politics, and law. In addition, the economic specialization provides an excellent foundation for graduate study in economics or other social sciences, business, law, or public administration. Internship opportunities are available for qualified applicants. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| If you would like to contact the Economics Program Chair, Louise Nordstrom, PhD, Professor of Economics and Business Administration, e-mail her at: Louise.Nordstrom@nichols.edu or call her directly at (508) 213-2259. |