Degrees in Economics
There
are two degrees in Economics, a Bachelor of Science (BS) and a Bachelor
of Arts (BA). In general, a Bachelor of Science requires additional
math and science and a Bachelor of Arts requires a language. There
are four tracks to choose from which have different areas of focus.
The four tracks also differ in the specific requirements. It is also
possible to major in Business Administration (BSBA) while concentrating
in Economics. These five options are discussed below and specific
degree requirements can be viewed by selecting one of the five tracks.
Please refer to the Longwood College catalog for course descriptions and
particular constraints that might apply to these programs.
A major advantage of most of these programs is the flexibility
that they allow. The number of free electives is large, allowing
students to choose to minor in an additional field. Many students
use free electives to complete multiple internships at locations in Farmville
or in their hometowns.
The Business Economics track allows
the student to study important areas of business and economics.
Students will take economics, finance, accounting, introduction to computers,
business statistics, and an internship is required. The large number
of free electives allows students to tailor the program to match their
particular interests. An econ major pursuing this particular degree
can pick up a business minor easily (by taking Introduction to Marketing
and Introduction to Management). There are also many other minors
at Longwood such as Environmental Studies, Journalism, History, Political
Science, Speech, Computer Science, Communications.....Please see the catalog
for details.
Bachelor
of Arts, International Economics
The International Economics track
requires upper level courses in the area of international economics and
combines this with a minor in International Studies. Since the program
is a Bachelor of Arts, a foreign language is required. Students might
choose to combine this program with one of the many international experiences
offered through the Study Abroad office at Longwood College.
Bachelor
of Science, Technical Analysis Concentration
This program is intended for students
who plan to pursue graduate school upon leaving Longwood. The math
requirement is more rigorous and the large number of free electives allows
the student to invest in skills that will be necessary for graduate level
work. It is strongly suggested that free electives be used to complete
a math minor and possible some computer science courses.
Bachelor
of Science, No Concentration
The Bachelor of Science without a concentration track
provides the most flexibility in both course work and career choices. The
large number of electives allows freedom for the student to easily peruse
a minor in any field at the Longwood College.
Go
to the Economics Home Page.
Go
to the Business
School Home Page.
Go
to the Longwood College Home Page.
Any comments, corrections or suggestions can be e-mailed to Melanie
Marks at mmarks@longwood.lwc.edu.