Bachelor of Science in Economics
Hampton University
Key Information
Campus location
Hampton, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 26,198
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Introduction
The Bachelor of Science degree program in Economics provides rigorous training in applied economic analysis. Through the lens of economics, we examine market-based applications to community and infrastructure development. All students will be exposed to applications of economic techniques used in the public sector, private sector, and international business environments. Through the study of standard economic models, students learn to identify, explain and describe the major features and functions of an economy. Successfully completing the major will enable students to analyze, synthesize and evaluate economic, social, and business issues. Consistent with the mission of the University, the Economics Program seeks to (1) provide both majors and non-majors high-quality economics courses that will prepare them for admission to graduate programs in Economics and related areas, or entry to professional employment or community entrepreneurship, and (2)enhance students’ knowledge on the structure and operation of the U.S. market-economy in which they will work, and (3) raise the level of awareness and ability of all students to understand the importance of economic issues, including fiscal and monetary policies.
School Mission
Our mission is to cultivate business students to become industry-ready professionals who have impeccable character and a strong work ethic. In pursuit of our mission, we will maintain a broad base of financial support through endowment fundraising, corporate contributions, research grant writing, alumni donations, and advisory board contributions. We develop successful scholars of strong character who give back to their community and who have technical and non-technical industry skills developed through a well-rounded business education experience. It is our vision to provide our students with an exceptional business education experience that prepares them to immediately add value in any business environment. Our values in the School of Business are based on the founding principles of the institution. A spirit of excellence, with a strong work ethic, is the norm and not the exception amongst our students and faculty.
Accreditation
School of Business received accreditation status with the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) during the academic year of 2015-2016. The School remains a member in good standing with a reaffirmation visit to be conducted during the academic year 2023-2024. The IACBE accreditation extends to the Sport Management program housed in the College of Education.
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Curriculum
Economics Minor Requirements:
The minor in Economics requires eighteen (18) semester hours of courses in the Economics (ECO) Program.
Major Degree Requirements:
The Economics Program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and is designed to analyze, synthesize and evaluate economic, social, and business issues. The curriculum outline may be reviewed below.
Freshman Year
- English 101-102
- Communication 103
- Computer Science 120
- History 106
- Mathematics 117 or higher
- Mathematics 130 or higher
- Foreign Language (2 semesters of the same language)
- Natural Science Course
- Physical Education or Health
- University 101
Sophomore Year
- Accounting 203-204
- Economics 201-202
- Management 215-216
- Social Science Course
- Humanities 201
- Humanities Course
- Free Elective
Summer - Lower Division Internship
Junior Year
- Economics 301, 302
- Economics 315, 318
- Management 301, 305
- Marketing 305
- Management 323
- Finance 304
- Social Science Course
Senior Year
- Economics 435, 438
- Management 400
- Economics 440, 404
- Non-business-related elective
- Business-related elective
Total Credits for Graduation 120
Internship/Cooperative Education
Consistent with the expectations of employers and graduate schools, students are required to complete at least one significant work assignment for academic credit during their tenure at Hampton. An internship is typically a paid summer experience of two or three months, whereas, a cooperative education experience typically is for six months. These experiences enrich the student’s education by providing relevant perspectives to the theories and techniques covered in the classroom. Students who have internships and/or cooperative education experiences are more attractive to employers. The School of Business works closely with the Career Counseling and Planning Center and our corporate partners to enhance the number and quality of these internships and cooperative experiences; however, it is the responsibility of the student to secure such an experience.