Economics, B.A.S./B.S.

Professors: Zenon Zygmont
Associate professor: Bojan Ilievski

Mission

Trains students in the tools of the discipline and encourages them to apply that knowledge to domestic and international economic and social problems. Introductory and intermediate courses in macroeconomics and microeconomics, a course in econometrics and report writing, as well as additional upper division electives in various economic specialties will prepare students for career goals.

Learning Outcomes:

Apply relevant theoretical models to explore microeconomic and macroeconomic issues.
Demonstrate quantitative literacy in the context of economic behavior.
Use appropriate writing methods to effectively communicate economic concepts.

Core Courses

EC 201 Introduction to Microeconomics Credits: 4
EC 202 Introduction to Macroeconomics Credits: 4
EC 311 Intermediate Microeconomics I Credits: 4
EC 312 Intermediate Microeconomics II Credits: 4
EC 313 Intermediate Macroeconomics Credits: 4
EC 315 Econometric Analysis and Report Writing Credits: 4
MTH 110 Applied College Mathematics Credits: 4
or MTH 111 College Algebra Credits: 4

Choose One

BA 243 Business Statistics Credits: 4
MTH 243 Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credits: 4

Upper Division Economics Credits: 20

Upper Division Economics Courses.

Electives Credits: 8

Electives may be lower division courses and courses from other departments and divisions, but they must be approved by an Economics Department adviser.

Total Credits: 60

Satisfactory Grade Use

Program requirements may be fulfilled with a grade of S.