Program Overview
The Economics Pathway under the Liberal Arts Transfer degree offers students a comprehensive education in economics while providing a solid foundation in liberal arts. This program is ideal for students who are interested in exploring the economic factors that drive decision-making in businesses, governments, and organizations. Whether you plan to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the workforce directly, this pathway gives you the flexibility to pursue various career and academic goals. Upon graduation, you will earn a Liberal Arts Transfer Associate in Arts degree.
Embark on a path that blends academic rigor with practical economic insights to help you succeed in the evolving global economy.
Program Highlights
- Courses are designed to meet MassTransfer requirements, facilitating smooth transfer to bachelor's degree programs.
- Focus on key areas of economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international economics.
- Emphasis on quantitative reasoning, statistical analysis, and critical thinking to solve complex economic problems.
- Available at both Lynn and Danvers campuses, with day or evening classes to accommodate diverse student schedules.
Program Details
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Upon completion of the LAT program, graduates will be able to:
The Liberal Arts - Economics Pathway program offers a curriculum that is both comprehensive and flexible, designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions and careers in business, economics, government, and more.
Courses include:
- Introduction to Economics
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Global Economics
- Statistics for Business and Economics
- Business Law
- Principles of Accounting
For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.
The Liberal Arts - Economics Pathway program prepares students for a variety of career paths in both the private and public sectors. Some potential careers include:
- Economic Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Policy Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Banking and Finance Specialist
- Business Consultant
The LAT program is part of the MassTransfer initiative, allowing students to transfer seamlessly to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities with junior-level status. Additionally, NSCC maintains transfer agreements with various four-year institutions, expanding opportunities for students to pursue bachelor's degrees in their chosen fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Know which 4-year MA public school you want to transfer to? You can tailor your degree even more specifically by checking out which recommended courses are required by that college or university for your chosen major on the MassTransfer A2B (Associates to Bachelor’s) Pathways page.
Interested in Salem State University? Check out SSU’s Transfer Connections website to get in touch with a Transfer Connections Coach who specializes in helping NSCC students smoothly transfer to Salem State.
Know you want to transfer to a private 4-year school? Check out these transfer agreements NSCC has made with various private colleges and universities (or the school’s website if a transfer agreement isn’t included here) for more specific recommendations.
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North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.