Economics B.A. with a Concentration in International Politics and Policy
The B.A. in Economics provides a basis for professional work in business and government or for graduate study. In addition, the B.A. in Economics complements many other areas of study, such as agriculture and natural resources, business, computer science, political science, history or mathematics, as part of a double major. The International Politics and Policy concentration is intended for students who are interested in the intersection of economics and policy and have interests in studying economics in a broad international context. This concentration is ideal for students interested in pursuing double majors in political science or history and working in governmental or non-governmental international organizations. In terms of graduate study, this concentration would be more suited to a law degree or Master’s degree programs in public policy, international relations, diplomacy or economic development. Students should consult with their academic adviser for help in determining which concentration will best suit their goals for future study or career.
Degree Requirements
A major in Economics is achieved by completion of the following requirements, in addition to the General Education and electives required for a degree:
Required Core Courses
Required Capstone Courses
| ECO 310 | Research in Economics I | 1/2 Course Credit |
| ECO 410 | Research in Economics II | 1/2 Course Credit |
Required Theory Courses
Two courses (one ECO and one non-ECO) from:
| ECO 301 | Intermediate Macroeconomics | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 302 | Intermediate Microeconomics | 1 Course Credit |
| HIS 224 | 20th Century World History | 1 Course Credit |
| HIS 229/AST 229 | Modern Imperialism (AST) | 1 Course Credit |
| PSC 220 | Comparative Political Systems | 1 Course Credit |
| PSC 250 | International Relations | 1 Course Credit |
Required Policy Application Courses
Three courses (at least two ECO) selected from the following:
| HIS 134 | Recent History of Middle East | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 248 | Economics of Immigration | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 332 | Money and Banking | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 341 | Economic Dev:Theory & Appl | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 347 | International Trade and Policy | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 357 | International Finance (BUS) | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 370 | Envr Issue Public Pol (SENS) | 1 Course Credit |
| PSC 355 | Foreign Policy Analysis | 1 Course Credit |
or other 200 level or above courses as approved by the department
Required Collateral Courses
| MAT 115 | College Algebra with Modeling | 1 Course Credit |
Required ECO Credits
Students must complete a minimum of 6 credits in ECO courses at the 200 level or above.
Optional Concentration in Finance
With either the Concentration in Methods and Models, or with the International Politics and Policy Concentration, Economics majors may elect to complete an Optional Concentration in Finance. This optional concentration does not replace the requirement to complete a Concentration in either Methods and Models, or in International Politics and Policy, but can be added as an Optional Concentration to either.
Four Collateral Courses
| BUS 120 | Accounting I | 1 Course Credit |
| BUS 346 | Investment Analysis | 1 Course Credit |
| BUS 366 | Financial Management | 1 Course Credit |
| BUS 368 | Intermediate Corporate Finance | 1 Course Credit |
Required Courses for the Optional Finance Concentration
| ECO 332 | Money and Banking | 1 Course Credit |
| ECO 357 | International Finance (BUS) | 1 Course Credit |
Note: The ECO 332 and ECO/BUS 357 courses will satisfy existing requirements for both the Methods and Models and International Politics and Policy concentrations. With careful planning, these do not have to represent additional courses for the Optional Finance concentration.
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