A degree in economics enables students to deepen their understanding of the national and world economies as well as to develop economic analysis skills for careers in business, banking, investments, law, and government. The School of Business offers the choice of a BA degree or a BS degree in Economics. The B.A. program (Liberal Arts track)offers students the methodology and analytical techniques appropriate for graduate work in economics and related professions such as public administration, and law. It provides a foundation for research and analysis in academic and government
institutions.
The B.S. program (Business track) is oriented toward the techniques and background appropriate for the business world. It prepares students for graduate work in Business Administration (M.B.A.) and economic analysis within the business community. Students pursuing the B.S. program will complete all core business classes in management, marketing, accounting and finance.
Degree Requirements
Both the BA and BS Economics majors must complete the University Core Curriculum requirements, with WTNG 220 as their second WTNG course; both programs require 2 mathematics courses (1) MATH 120 or 121 or 207 and (2) MATH 122 or 124.
The BS Program (Business Track) major requires students to complete all courses in the Business Core, ECON 201, ECON 202 and ECON 203, 5 300-400 level Economics electives plus 4 open electives.
The BA Program (Liberal Arts Track) major requires stuents to complete ECON 101, ECON 102, ECON 201, ECON 202, ECON 203, 5 300-400 level
Economics electives plus 15 open electives. Students following this track are encouraged to adopt a second major or otherwise focus their open electives.
The economics minor familiarizes students with the tools of economics analysis and their application at the individual, firm, national, and global levels.
Coursework in the minor emphasizes problem solving and analytical skills. Students are introduced to a clear and concise way of thinking that is helpful in understanding the broader context in which individuals, firms and governments operate and in analyzing and understanding public policy issues. An economics minor is relevant for students desiring careers in all fields of business and government and those seeking to further their education
in graduate and professional schools.
Requirements
ECON 101 Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 102 Principles of Microeconomics
ECON 201 Intermediate Macroeconomics
ECON 202 Intermediate Microeconomics
Two Economics (ECON) electives at the 300 or 400 level.