Course Listings
Global Economics
Minor in Global Economics
18 credit hours
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates in Global Economics will:
- Identify and articulate how personal values and ethical considerations inform and impact economics.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the roles, goals, key concepts, methods, and tools utilized in economics.
- Acquire skills needed to influence, inspire, and motivate individuals and groups to achieve results.
- Identify opportunities, analyze information, and apply frameworks for effective problem-solving and decision-making.
Planning and Advising Notes
Additional mathematics courses are encouraged if graduate work in economics is anticipated.
Minimum Academic Requirement
All global economics minors must earn a grade of C- or higher in all courses required for the minor. Failure to attain this level of achievement requires the student to either repeat the course (for specific requirements) or take an additional course (an option for elective courses) and achieve a grade of C- or higher.
ECON 200 Principles of Economics
This course will introduce students to the fundamental concepts of micro and macro economics, including economic relationships and processes, analysis of markets and price behavior, economic activities of governments, aggregate income determination, banking, and trade.
ECON 315 Economic Models and Measurement
Micro and macro economic concepts using mathematical analysis will be included in this course. Prerequisite: Econ 200 and Quantitative Literacy requirement.