School of Liberal Arts: Economics
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common core in economic theory and quantitative methods each program is
tailored to the diverse interests and career goals of students.
The B.A. in economics combines economic science with broad liberal arts
training. It is a very marketable degree for students who want to get a job when
they graduate and will also be seen an excellent preparation for postgraduate work
in business, law, public policy, or any of the social sciences.
The B.S. in economics provides the rigorous quantitative background required by
programs of advanced study in economics and by Ph.D. programs in business.
Students seeking an even stronger background in mathematics should consider the
Mathematical Economics major. It is described elsewhere in this catalog under its
own heading.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MAJORS
Students pursuing one of the two economics majors are strongly encouraged to
complete Economics 101 (or 103) and 102 (or 104) in their freshman year. They
are also encouraged to complete Economics 301 and 302 by the end of their
second year. Finally students are encouraged to complete am introductory course
in statistics offered by the Department of Mathematics.
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Economics 101 (or 103)
Economics 102 (or 104)
Economics 301, passed with a grade no lower than C-
Economics 302, passed with a grade no lower than C-
Economics 323
Five additional economics courses, excluding Economics 388 and 389, two of
which must be completed at the 400 level or above.
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Economics 101 (or 103)
Economics 102 (or 104)
Economics 301, passed with a grade no lower than C-
Economics 302, passed with a grade no lower than C-
Economics 323
Economics 441
Four additional economics courses, excluding Economics 388 and 389, one of
which must be completed at the 400 level or above.
Math 121 and 122
We recommend that students who wish to pursue graduate studies in economics
take additional courses in mathematics, including Math 221 Calculus III, Math
301 Probability and Statistics, and Math 309 Linear Algebra.