Course description
The primary objective of the Bachelor of Science in Economics program is to provide the student with a broad and fundamental knowledge of economic principles and policies.
A major in economics is excellent preparation for employment in business and/or government. Additionally, individuals are well-prepared for graduate programs in the fields of management, business, law, and other fields related to economics.
Also available: an Associate in Arts in Economics.
Area 1: Core Component
ACC 100
Accounting I
BUS 100
Introduction to Business
CIS 105
Introduction to Information Systems
BUS 107
Fundamentals of E-Business
ENG 115
English Composition
MAT 105
Introduction to College Mathematics
27.0 Credit Hours
Area 2: Major Component
ECO 101
Microeconomics
ECO 102
Macroeconomics
ECO 250
Comparative Economic Systems
ECO 301
Intermediate Microeconomics
ECO 302
Intermediate Macroeconomics
ECO 305
International Economics
ECO 320
Money and Banking
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ECO 400
History of Economic Thought
ECO 410
International Environment of Financial Management
ECO 450
Public Finance
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BUS 405
Labor Relations
ECO 470
Econometrics
FIN 100
Principles of Finance
ECO 499
Senior Seminar in Economics and Finance
54.0 Credit Hours
Area 3: General Studies Component
ENG 215
Research and Writing
ENG 240
Communication for Business and the Professions
HUM 100
Introduction to Art, Music, and Literature
HUM 101
The Origins of Western Culture
HUM 200
Logic
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SCI 110
Introduction to Physical Science
SCI 115
Introduction to Biology
HUM 400
Religion and Philosophy
MAT 300
Statistics
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ECO 405
Economic Problems and Issues
POL 300
Contemporary International Problems
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PSY 100
The Individual and Society
PSY 105
Introduction to Psychology
SOC 100
Introduction to Sociology
SOC 300
Sociology of Developing Countries
54.0 Credit Hours
Area 4: Elective Component
These courses are selected in consultation with the academic advisor; within this structure, it is possible for a student to develop a program minor in a second area of study. (See "Minors") - 10 Courses
45.0 Credit Hours
180.0 Minimum Total Hours Required
