Economics, B.A.

Major Core Requirements

• ECON 204 - Introduction to Macroeconomics Unit(s): 4
• ECON 205 - Introduction to Microeconomics Unit(s): 4
• ECON 217 - Statistics for Economics and Business Unit(s): 4
• ECON 304 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory Unit(s): 4
• ECON 305 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory Unit(s): 4
• ECON 317 - Introduction to Econometrics Unit(s): 4
• Two 400-level economics seminars

Units

Total units in the major core: 30-32

Additional Major Courses: 15-16 (Includes upper division major courses, but excludes ECON 295, 496, 497, 499)

Total units in the major: 45-48

Double Majors

Students with majors in disciplines such as business, environmental studies and political science will find that adding an economics major provides them with a breadth of background that is viewed favorably by graduate professional programs and employers.

Students interested in any double major with economics should consult with their Economics Department advisor.

Graduate Work in Economics and Related Fields

Economics majors planning graduate work in economics, business, or public administration should take one or more courses of calculus and linear algebra, probability theory, ECON 404 , ECON 405  and ECON 417 . Consult with an advisor to plan accordingly. 

Sample Four-Year Program

* One of these courses must be Ethnic Studies
** May take MATH 165  or BUS 211  instead of ECON 217