BA in Economics

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Program Description

The bachelor of arts (BA) in economics provides the student with a foundation in the discipline of economics. After taking the 4 core required economics courses, the major will have the flexibility to: (a) choose 4 upper-level economics elective courses that suit their interest and (b) choose 1 of 3 ‘tracks’ (math, business or liberal arts) that further allows the major to tailor their economics studies to suit their interests and strengths.
Learning Outcomes

1) Students demonstrate an understanding of basic macroeconomics concepts and how policy changes impact the economy.
2) Students can apply microeconomic concepts to real-world settings.
3) Students can apply economic principles to specialized topic areas in economics.
4) Students can apply economic principles to their chosen ‘flex track’ (1 of 3 below).
a) Students can apply macro and micro theories to better understand the business world.
b) Students can apply mathematical techniques to analyze economic problems.
c) Students can apply economic principles to better understand cross-disciplinary issues in the liberal arts.