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Oct 08, 2024
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Academic Catalog 2024-2025
Economics, Minor
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The Economics Department offers a minor in Economics which requires completion of 20 credits of departmental courses, including 12 credits of electives. A minimum 2.0 grade point average is required. Any student interested in an Economics minor should consult with a faculty member in the Economics Department. All 300+ economics courses (ECON) have either ECON 103 or ECON 181 as a pre-req.
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Minor Requirements: 20 Credits
Take the Following: 8 Credits
Electives: 12 Credits
Economics Electives: 12 credits with a minimum of 4 credits at 300+ level.
Program Learning Outcomes
A successful graduate with an economics minor will be able to:
- read and understand standard textbooks and general publications covering economic topics
- write essays, short papers or major research papers in a clear and concise fashion, with emphasis on content, style, and analytical rigor
- organize and present ideas and information orally as part of a team and as a sole presenter
- use data and statistics to understand and to analyze relevant problems
- use contemporary information technology effectively, including the library, Internet and computer software applications
- design and carry out independent and collaborative projects
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