Economics

The Associate of Arts Degree in Economics curriculum is designed for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. The curriculum parallels the first two year of study in Economics at state supported colleges and universities in Texas.

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate an ability to integrate the concepts of the essential areas of economics
Apply economic reasoning to analysis of current events
Demonstrate an understanding of economic terminology and concepts
Use decision-making skills to address economic needs
Demonstrate effective skills in written and oral communications using appropriate technologies
Demonstrate an understanding of ethical concepts as applied to economics

Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
Professional Ethics and Confidentiality
Adaptability
Active Listening

Career Information

An Associate of Arts degree in Economics grants opportunities as an entrepreneur, financial advisor, economist.

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Recommended Program of Study
Course	Title	SCH
First Semester
ENGL 1301	Composition I
SPCH 1321	Business & Professional Communication
HIST 1301	United States History I
EDUC 1100	Learning Frameworks
*	Creative Arts
Second Semester
ENGL 1302	Composition II
ACCT 2301	Principles of Financial Accounting
BUSI 1301	Business Principles
HIST 1302	United States History II
BCIS 1305	Business Computer Applications
Third Semester
GOVT 2305	Federal Government
ACCT 2302	Principles of Managerial Accounting
ECON 2302	Principles of Microeconomics
BUSI 1307	Personal Finance
CHEM 1311	General Chemistry I
CHEM 1111	General Chemistry I
Fourth Semester
GOVT 2306	Texas Government
ECON 2301	Principles of Macroeconomics
MATH 1324	Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences
CHEM 1312	General Chemistry II
CHEM 1112	General Chemistry II
*	Language, Philosophy, & Culture
Total		60

A student completing the LSCPA curriculum is considered Core Complete.

No more than 60-66 semester credit hours (SCH) from LSCPA will be applied to a Bachelor degree at Lamar University.

An additional 60 SCH or more must be completed to satisfy the bachelor degree requirements.

Where do graduates typically find jobs after graduation?

Typically, graduates find positions in all areas of the business industry. This degree allows graduates to work in any type of business setting.

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