Economics (B.A.)

Program Overview

This major fosters an appreciation of the importance of personal economic life as well as an understanding of the U.S. economic system and the global context within which it operates. The B.S. in Economics is intended for the student who wants to major in economics but also receive a broad background in business. The B.A. in Economics is designed for the student who wants to focus on economics, but do so within a liberal arts curriculum. Both majors offer broad preparation for any career choice while also providing a solid foundation for graduate studies in economics, law or business.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Economics program can:

1. Demonstrate mastery of knowledge in:
   1. Market capitalism and how it compares to other economic systems
   2. The function of the market system, including variations on market structure, cost analysis, the derivation of the supply and the demand curve
   3. Macroeconomic stabilization policy
   4. Neoclassical vs. Keynesian approaches to economic policy
2. Analyze and use economic data
3. Use quantitative tools in business decision-making
4. Apply foundational content related the Common Professional Component.
5. Apply marketing concepts, strategies and tactics.
6. Develop a comprehensive corporate financial analysis report.
7. Articulate their awareness of their self-identity and vocational calling.
8. Articulate the importance of Christian principles, ethics, personal and company values, and socially responsible business practices.

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Four of the following (12 credits total):

Three or four credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

QuEST Requirements