Bachelor of Arts in Economics

at Enrollment Advisory Group - Manhattan College USA

Radiation Therapists use state of the art equipment in a rapidly advancing area of oncology to treat and manage cancer patients. Cancer patients rely on a radiation therapist's precision and mastery of technology to help cure their disease and relieve their pain and discomfort.

Why Choose Chemical Engineering?
If you have an interest in science and medicine and a desire to help people, radiation therapy technology may be the right field for you. The profession involves patient contact and the utilization of state-of-the-art medical procedures and technology.

What Will You Learn?
You will develop the skills to join a team of specialists, such as radiation oncologists, physicists and dosimetrists, to deliver appropriate radiation to cancer patients. As a radiation therapy technology major, you will learn how to:

• Prepare the patient and equipment for the delivery of the radiation;
• Keep accurate records of the treatment of each patient;
• Observe radiation safety and protection procedures;
• Assist with treatment & computer planning, which includes the exact location of the tumor and the optimal technique for treatment

Computer science incorporates theoretical principles with computing techniques and technologies, which you will study in-depth as part of your graduate coursework.

Why Choose Computer Science?
Manhattan College’s master’s degree in computer science is designed for students with a strong background in computing and a major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other STEM-related field, who wish to enhance their knowledge, develop their skills and prepare for careers in industry, business, government, or for further study at the doctoral level.

Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, manufacture and test power-producing tools, engines, machines and mechanical devices. From the refrigerator in your kitchen to the car in your driveway, products made by mechanical engineers are found in everyday life.

Why Choose Mechanical Engineering?
Most every machine you interact with on a daily basis was created by mechanical engineer. Your cell phone is one, your toaster is another. The car you drive and the air conditioner that helps stave off the summer heat--they’re all machines.

It is a vast field with a variety of job opportunities. This field is considered the "general practitioner" of the engineering disciplines, focused primarily on the conversion, transmission and use of power.

The mechanical engineering program prepares you to work in industries including:

• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Biomedical
• Construction
• Green Building Design
• Solar Energy
• Power Generation

What Will You Learn?
You will learn the fundamentals of engineering disciplines, including:

• Machine Design
• Electric Circuitry
• Thermodynamics
• Heat Transfer
• Fluid Mechanics

Knowledge of these topics will help you design machines, engines, and other systems. The course of study involves theoretical, computer-based, and laboratory training, finishing with a hands-on two-semester capstone design project.

What Will You Do?
The need for skilled mechanical engineers exceeds the number of existing qualified workers, and in New York City, there’s no shortage of work for people in this field.

Civil engineers use mathematics and the pure sciences of biology, chemistry and physics to solve environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation and water resources problems. Civil engineers are involved in both the design and construction of facilities that affect all aspects of human life.

Why Choose Civil Engineering?
From the ancient roads of the Roman Empire to New York City’s tallest skyscrapers, civil engineering is woven into the fabric of society as we know it, finding its roots in the construction of our world’s most revered structures. The field has evolved over the years, but its principles remain the same: civil engineers design and construct the public works that define much of what we now see as modern towns and cities and provide the quality of life that citizens of a modern society take for granted.

What Will You Learn?
The curriculum for the first year is common to all branches of engineering and focuses on broad mathematics and engineering science principles. During your sophomore year, you will take introductory civil engineering courses. In your junior and senior years, you will take required and elective classes specializing in the following disciplines:

• Structural engineering: the analysis, design and construction of buildings, bridges, ships, aircraft and structures of all types
• Environmental engineering: the study of how different systems (artificial or natural) affect the environment and the process of designing sustainable systems to protect the population and environment from harmful effects
• Geotechnical engineering: the study of the behavior of soils and rocks with the goal of designing and constructing structures above and below the ground
• Construction management: the planning, execution, and oversight of infrastructure construction, ensuring economy, efficiency, safety, and sustainability
• Transportation engineering: the planning, design, and construction of highways, airports, railways, ports, and other transportation systems, including their feasibility and sustainability.
• Water resources engineering: the study of water supply sources (precipitation, surface water and groundwater), including design and implementation of sustainable improvements to water resources infrastructure

What Will You Do?
A civil engineering degree will prepare you to work in design, construction, business, management and the environment, as well as in several other sectors. Many of our prominent civil engineers have also gone to law school, from which they have built careers addressing the legal components of technological developments and construction endeavors.

Communication is a liberal arts discipline, rooted in persuasive speaking and writing. It is also a pre-professional discipline that prepares you for a career in mass media.

What Will You Learn?
As a communication major, you will choose to concentrate in one of six areas:

• Advertising
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• Journalism
• Media Production
• Public Relations
• Sports Media Production

What Will You Do?
Every industry has a need for employees who can produce and package media that’s creative and clear for consumers. Media professionals work for large corporations, agencies, the government and nonprofits. Some are even self-employed.

Public health is a science that aims to protect and promote the health of all people and the communities in which they live, work, learn and play. Specifically, the field of public health aims to prevent disease and injury.

Why Choose Public Health?
The Manhattan College public health program aims to educate students on the core principles of public health knowledge to address health outcomes of the population through equity, policy and action.

Students in the public health major receive a strong fundamental education focused on community impact, health equity, and social justice, which contributes to the mission of Manhattan College, the School of Education and Health and the greater Lasallian community.

What Will You Learn?
Public health majors will take courses that address health issues through the five public health disciplines:

• Behavioral Health/Health Education
• Biostatistics
• Environmental health
• Epidemiology
• Health Services Administration

What Will You Do?
After graduating with their bachelor’s degree in public health, students may choose to go straight into the workforce, while others may choose to pursue advanced degrees such as a Master of Public Health (MPH) or dual MPH/MBA program.

Biology is often called the science of life. It encompasses many divisions that all involve the study of living organisms. Biology is an excellent foundation for medical, dental, and veterinary schools or other professional degrees.

Why Choose Biology?
A B.A. in biology: You should choose this degree if you want to study biology in a liberal arts context. As a B.A. student, you will be encouraged to minor or concentrate in the humanities, social sciences or business disciplines. This degree is ideal if you want to go into:

• Medical or pharmaceutical sales
• Medical writing
• Public health and safety
• Insurance, as it relates to health care

What Will You Do?
Studying biology opens the door to career paths that are important to our society as a whole. Many students go on to medical school, veterinary school or physical therapy programs.

Making sense of the large amounts of data that are being produced in business, industry and government requires a combination of mathematical modeling, programming and analysis. Data analysts combine these tools to solve complex problems and make informed decisions.

What Will You Do?
With an advanced mathematics degree, you will be prepared to work in data science, actuarial science, operations research, statistics, software engineering, and finance.

Economics is a social science that examines the production, distribution, sales and purchases of goods and services. It is a global force that influences business and government, and permeates every aspect of our lives.

What Will You Learn?
Choosing to major in economics will provide you with a strong understanding of:

• Corporate finance
• Options
• Derivatives
• Macro & microeconomics
• Accounting
• Financial markets
• Risk and return
• Monetary policy

What Will You Do?
A B.S. in economics prepares students for graduate school, work in research or consulting, as well as work in the private and public sectors. Many of these careers require the technical and interpersonal skills acquired while enrolled in this program.

Chemistry is the study of matter, its properties and its transformations. Because every material in existence is made up of matter, chemistry is involved in everything we do, from driving a car to cooking dinner.

Why Choose Chemical Engineering?
Chemistry is an exciting and diverse science that has relevance to hundreds of different industries and careers. A degree in chemistry is challenging and rewarding. You will spend a lot of time in the lab getting your hands dirty while doing experiments and seeing chemistry in action.

What Will You Learn?
Coursework includes in-depth study of general chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, organic chemistry and inorganic chemistry. Through your research and classes, you will learn to:

• Design and conduct experiments
• Analyze and interpret data
• Understand the implication of scientific discoveries and their impact on humanity
• Think analytically and independently
• Understand your professional and ethical responsibilities as a scientist

What Will You Do?
Chemistry is a broad science, making it excellent preparation for numerous different careers. Many students plan to enter medical or dental school, or work in the health professions. A chemistry major can also lead to careers in the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, forensics and research industries.