Economics
The economics minor is intended to prepare students intuitively, analytically and quantitatively to embrace both macroeconomic and microeconomic sets of knowledge and to outline economic problems providing solutions within a Christian framework. A special feature of the program is the opportunity for students to visit China and other nations on a short or longer-term basis expanding their knowledge, enhancing their worldview and opening up global opportunities for service and employment.
An economics student enjoys a challenging and rigorous environment and has a desire to increase his or her analytical skills as they draw application to a variety of economic situations. The program is broad enough to prepare students for positions in management, marketing, finance, government, international business, economic development, the social sciences and post-graduate work in any area of business, education, economics, the social sciences or law.
Degree: Minor
- What can I do with this minor?
The economics minor provides an excellent platform for those interested in pursuing graduate studies in law, economics and political science/economy. Recent graduates have been accepted at the University of Chicago and the University of Michigan along with various law schools. Students also are encouraged to enter organizations focused on economic development such as World Relief, Compassion, and World Vision. Of late students have also shown interest in the Peace Corp given their willingness to subsidize advanced degrees in economic development. Other areas of employment include banking, insurance, politics and government agencies such as the IRS, CIA and FBI. Actuarial science is also a highly-chosen field by those getting degrees in economics.
This minor can be paired with our Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, a major in any of the social sciences or those in teacher education who are interested in teaching economics at the secondary level. A religion major that wants to work in economic development would also find it a very good fit.
- Interesting classes I may take?
- The classes are all very interesting given that economics affects every person and organization in society and given the move toward globalization. Economics is a must in making wise decisions. Principles of Macroeconomics and Microeconomics provide the foundation for International Economics and Managerial Economics; all taught from a Christian worldview with practical applications.
- What internships or partnerships are available with this minor?
- Business opportunities include positions with Alticor/Amway, the Federal Reserve, World Relief, insurance, banking, governmental agencies, church-related work and NGOs.
