Saints Maps - Business/Economics

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - ECONOMICS

SUGGESTED MINORS CAREER COMPETENCIES

the ordinary business of life.”

Economics majors learn to gather, organize, and interpret data. They also create models to predict the impact of investments, policy decisions, industry trends, demographics, climate change, and much more.

Some well-known individuals who were economic majors include Ted Turner, Warren Buffet, Sandra Day O’Connor, George H. W. Bush, Melinda Gates, and Sam Walton.

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

The famous economist Alfred Marshall describes economics as “the study of man in

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - ECONOMICS

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ENGAGE

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Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections

Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing

Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Business

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FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP

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Consider adding a minor another field such as Human Resources Management Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

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Familiarize yourself with software like Excel or Research options for on-campus or opportunities to serve Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship

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Create Handshake account

Create a LinkedIn profile

Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

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Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet

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Explore average salaries for your career field

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Begin researching the accounting & narrow Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying

YEARS FINAL YEAR

minor or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or Management

faculty advisor to check

Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents

Apply to graduate

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

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Loan Officer

Industry Analyst City Manager

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on-campus employment serve as a tutor

Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume business attire or visit the Saints

the different career paths in down to top 3 choices

Graduate School Fair to explore applying

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Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Schedule a mock interview with the Center for Career & Professional Development

Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Apply for jobs in your field

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Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

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Solid Communication

Strong aptitute for math

Detail-Oriented

GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)

Economics majors learn to gather, organize, and interpret data. They also create models to predict the impact of investments, policy decisions, industry trends, demographics, climate change, and much more.

Individuals working in economics must be able to translate their complex findings into a format that business leaders, legislators, and everyday people can understand.

Limestone University’s Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

PARTNERSHIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:

Limestone has partnered with United Way of the Piedmont to offer FREE income tax preparation services to the Cherokee County community for the past several years. Limestone business students have volunteered through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. This training, along with coursework in their income tax course, gives students the background and confidence to provide onsite tax preparation services.

“I look forward to continuing this work with our students and the community and welcome questions about the program.”

Dr. Angela Williams Department Chair of Accounting, Economics, & Finance

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