Two degree programs are offered with majors in economics. The Bachelor of Arts degree requires a core of economics courses and allows a generous choice of free electives. The Bachelor of Science degree requires a supporting area of study in addition to the economics core. Both degrees provide a bridge between liberal arts and a variety of attractive professional careers. A major in economics develops students' capacities to reason logically and analytically about a wide range of problems that apply to commerce and public policy. Economics majors find rewarding careers in such diverse fields as banking and finance, management, market research, sales, insurance, real estate and public service. In addition, a degree in economics is an excellent background for graduate school in business administration, health care administration, law or public administration.
The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in economics is a combination of general education, major requirements and free electives. This degree requires completion of 124 semester hours.
The University general education requirements are described in the Degree Requirements section of this catalog. Two restrictions apply with respect to the Bachelor of Arts degree. First, course in economics do not satisfy the human behavior and society requirement. Second, the mathematics requirement must be met at the level of Mathematics 134 or higher. In addition, University requirements for a Bachelor of Arts degree include proficiency in a foreign language at the second year level. Finally, completing Economics 470 satisfies the University's senior seminar requirement.
The appeal of the Bachelor of Arts degree is its exceptional flexibility in permitting the student to enjoy the broadening experience of a liberal arts education together with preparation for professional careers. Students will consult with their advisors in selecting from among the many disciplines that are complemented by economics. With proper planning, students will find it possible to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in economics and one of a selected number of other fields.
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