Economics (B.S.)

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 a mastery of knowledge in market capitalism and how it compares to other economic systems. (UCLO 2)
2. Use quantitative analysis in business decision-making. (ULO 3)
3. Recall, recognize, and interpret foundational content related to ACBSP accreditation Common Professional Component—disciplinary areas in which all business majors need to be proficient regardless of their major including Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Management, Law, Economics, Ethics, Information Systems, Global, Quantitative and Integrative (ULO 2)
4. Apply business concepts, strategies and tactics (ULO 2)
5. Conduct methodological secondary research into business issues. (ULO 3)
6. Articulate how the Christian faith informs one’s work life, career, and daily business practices (ULO 4, ULO 5, ULO 6)

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Four of the following (12 credits total):

QuEST Requirements