Economics - Cottey College

Economics from Cottey College is a Campus Associate Economics degree that prepares you for a Business career. Cottey's Business Department provides students with the business core courses needed for transfer to a college of business in the fields of accounting, business administration, finance, human resource management, management and marketing. The business core also prepares for transfer to programs with a major in economics or a specialization in international business. There is a wide variation among colleges and universities for the degree requirements in these fields. Students are assisted in planning schedules to fit as closely as possible the needs of their particular fields of study and transfer institutions. Career Opportunities Economics, within the field of Business, is the study of the production, distribution and consumption of resources. Economists use theory, policy and trends to explore ways to deal with economic issues that confront businesses, individuals, and countries. Most economists specialize in a particular policy area such as finance, labor, agriculture, transportation, energy or health. A large number of economics graduates are found working in areas of management, finance, insurance, real estate, marketing, and sales. A majority work in private, for-profit organizations. Close to 35% of economics graduates will earn a postgraduate degree, typically in business, education, economics, or law. A bachelor's degree in economics is also an excellent stepping stone to management training programs with many large organizations, leading to a career in business management. View more details on Cottey College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Economics courses.