Join the Academic Accelerator for a Bachelor of Arts in Economics at LSU! Tailored support for international students. Apply now for a brighter future!
The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a balanced first-year program designed for international students with strong English-language skills. It complements immersive classes taught in English with the appropriate level of support. Students enrolled in the Academic Accelerator will benefit from: Tailored support for academic and English-speaking requirements A full year’s worth of college credits Access to courses specifically for international students Assistance with English language terms essential for coursework A diverse range of classes with both international and U.S. students Alfred Marshall, a prominent figure in economics, famously defined economics as the study of human behavior in everyday life. Microeconomics offers a framework for analyzing decisions made by individuals and firms, particularly those related to the allocation of limited resources and their impact on both the decision-makers and society at large. Macroeconomics, building upon the principles of microeconomics, focuses on factors influencing economic aggregates such as the price level and national output, and examines the effects of monetary and fiscal policies on these aggregates. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to: Recognize the role of supply and demand in a market economy Understand the essential conditions for the effective functioning of market economies Discuss the advantages of market systems and pricing mechanisms Comprehend the economic significance of government policies and the Federal Reserve Utilize algebraic and statistical methods to define and analyze economic issues Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of a global economy There are various career opportunities in the field of economics, including Economic Advising and Consulting, Industry & Market Analysis, Forecasting, Research, and Teaching. Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics can pursue professional roles in Financial Institutions, Insurance Companies, Non-Financial Corporations, Government Agencies, Educational Institutions, and Trade/Labor Organizations.
