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Economics
Taylor 213
541-552-6787
Linda Wilcox Young, Chair

Professors: Byron Brown, Hassan Pirasteh, Daniel L. Rubenson

Associate Professors: Ric Holt, Milan P. (Kip) Sigetich, Linda Wilcox Young

Adjunct Faculty: Rebecca Reid

Economics provides a logical, ordered way of looking at problems and issues, which benefits individuals regardless of their line of work. It draws from history, psychology, mathematics, philosophy, and a variety of other disciplines to prepare individuals for responsibilities ranging from household management and business decision making to such societal issues as how to reduce unemployment, control inflation, analyze tax policies, and confront problems as diverse as productivity and environmental decay.

Studying economics is an ideal way to prepare for work on a Master of Business Administration degree or for entrance into law school.

Private business firms, banks, and other financial institutions employ economists to undertake specialized economic analysis and evaluation of their market positions and profit possibilities, government domestic economic policies with important implications for their business, and international economic events affecting the operation of their firm.

Firms also employ economics graduates to do nonspecialized work in sales and management. Economists are involved in community, state, and regional planning and various other jobs in government and nonprofit organizations. Many economists find employment in planning positions in foreign countries working for the State Department, Department of Commerce, Treasury Department, the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, and similar agencies. Economists are also employed in colleges and universities as professors and administrators.

Finally, economists engage in private research and act as consultants to individuals, corporations, and government agencies. The logical and encompassing approach of economics enables students to analyze many diverse topics, both in a professional capacity and in day-to-day living, leading to a wide range of career opportunities.

Students can obtain a minor in economics or even a double major (e.g., economics teamed with business, political science, or international studies) with very little extra coursework, particularly if they begin planning early.

Degrees

Minor

Certificate

Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree Program

The economics major is an option for students participating in the Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree Program. For information on this program, see printed catalog page 145.

Requirements for Major

To complete a major in economics, students must fulfill baccalaureate degree requirements as stated beginning on printed catalog page 30.

1. Complete Core Courses:

(32 credits)

2. Choose Area Courses:

(8 credits)

At least four credits must be taken from the following in each of the two areas: microeconomics; macroeconomics and international economics.

3. Choose 16 credits of upper division economics electives.

4. Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 in all economics courses.

5. Complete the capstone. The department has three options students can follow to fulfill the capstone experience for the major: (1) an internship with a business, government, or nonprofit organization, (2) an economics research project, or (3) a community service project.

In addition to these major requirements, selected courses in other areas should augment a student's program; specific courses depend on the student's career goals. We encourage students to meet frequently with their advisors to discuss future plans and curriculum planning. The following is suggested supplementary coursework for students planning graduate work in economics or careers in business, law, or public policy:

Minor

(24 credits)

Approved workshops or seminars may be included.

Certificate in Applied Finance and Economics (CAFE)

The Certificate in Applied Finance and Economics (CAFE) is a program jointly offered by the School of Business and Department of Economics. The program is open to all students. In size and scope, the certificate is between a minor and a major. To be awarded a CAFE, students must meet CAFE Program requirements and requirements for a BA or BS degree at SOU or the transfer equivalent. For complete information about this program, see printed catalog page 141.

 

This material is from the 2000-2001
Southern Oregon University Catalog.

Page revised October 3, 2000
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