The Business Administration major with a concentration in Economics provides the basic analytical foundations of how business firms operate and maximize their overall goals of profits and sustainability. Topics include consumer behavior, efficiency of firms, labor market policies, different market structures, effective use of resources and global competition. The impact of different types of government policies are analyzed in a broad context. The Economics concentration provides strong analytical skills that facilitate higher level critical thinking.
Our faculty are committed to providing students with opportunities for hands-on learning and collaborative, team-oriented projects. Business students apply a wide-range of technical skills, including projects that develop their information research capability. Acquisition, analysis, and presentation of all types of data are skills emphasized in our program. Business majors can participate in student club activities, in community internships, and other special events that provide professional and practical opportunities.
Note: Students seeking a baccalaureate in business administration with a concentration in economics may not also receive a minor in economics.
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High school students should follow preparation requirements for the CSU system. Community college students should take approved substitutes for lower division core courses. Community college courses may not be transferred to fulfill upper division core or concentration requirements. Consult your community college advisor or contact the School of Business if you have questions about transfer credit for business courses.
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