"Transferring to MCLA was one of the greatest decisions I ever made. Being able to learn from and connect with the faculty and staff equipped me with greater networking capabilities/skills and the opportunity to use them outside of the institution, preparing me for the road ahead. Taking part and engaging in different clubs and organizations on campus helped to shape and guide me for countless opportunities."

Brandon Pender ’07
Research Analyst, Office of State Rep. Daniel E. Bosley ’76
Minor Programs
 

Business Administration Minor

This minor program provides nonmajors with a basic understanding of the structure and function of businesses and organizations - management of human, financial, physical resources, marketing of products and services, and the role of businesses and organizations in the national and global economy.

Required Courses:

BADM 100 Explorations in Business
or ECON 141 Macroeconomics
BADM 224 Financial Accounting
BADM 260 Management
BADM 270 Marketing

Two electives selected from any 300 level or higher department offering for which prerequisites have been met.

Economics Minor

The economics minor introduces students to theories of economics and demonstrates how these and associated analytical and quantitative methods apply to consumer choice, resource allocation by the organization, and fiscal and monetary policies of
government.

Required Courses:

ECON 141 Macroeconomics
ECON 142 Microeconomics
ECON 216 Statistics for Economics and Business
THREE economics elective courses, TWO of which must be at the 300 or higher level.

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