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Westerfield University of Virginia
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Business Economics at Westerfield University of Virginia
Associate of Science (AS)

Online Business Economics Degree

Associate of Science (AS) at WUV

Credit Hours96
Total Courses16
Term Length1 Year Self-Paced
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Program OverviewWhy earn your Business Economics degree at WUV?

The Associate of Science in Business Economics at Westerfield University of Virginia provides a comprehensive foundation in business principles with a focused specialization in Business Economics. WUV's self-paced online format lets you earn your degree in as little as one year.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Core business fundamentals and principles
  • Specialized knowledge in Business Economics
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Business communication and writing
  • Applied management and administration
  • Industry-standard practices and ethics
Business Economics at WUV

Courses & CurriculumBusiness Economics curriculum

16 courses across general education, core business, and Business Economics-specific modules.

General Education Courses

10 foundational courses required for all Associate programs.

B-057Introduction to the Humanities
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
B-158English Composition
B-200College Algebra
B-336World Religions
AAS-370Ethics
B-460Art Appreciation
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
B-825Human Biology
AAS-902World History

Core Business Courses

3 core business foundation courses.

BA-031Introduction to Business
BA-064Marketing Essentials
BA-686Management & Administration

Specialized Courses

Business Economics-specific courses.

BEP-2016Business Economics Principles
FOB-2017Fundamentals of Business Economics
ITB-2018Introduction to Business Economics

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AdmissionApplying to WUV is fast and free

No application fee. A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Career OutlookWhat can you do with a Business Economics degree?

An Associate degree in Business Economics from WUV opens doors to entry-level positions and prepares you for bachelor's-level study:

  • Business Specialist — Apply your knowledge in entry-level business and management roles.
  • Administrative Coordinator — Coordinate business operations and support management teams.
  • Operations Assistant — Support day-to-day business functions and processes.
  • Continue Your Education — Advance to our Bachelor's or A2B completion program.