Economics
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Linda Wilcox Young, Chair
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Economics
Linda Wilcox Young, Chair |
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Professors: Byron Brown, Michael C. Haynes, 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 that benefit individuals regardless of their line of work. It draws from history, psychology, mathematics, philosophy, and a variety of other disciplines to prepare individuals for issues ranging from household management and business decision making through 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 the Master of Business Administration degree or entrance into law school.
Private business firms, banks, and other financial institutions employ economists to undertake specialized economic analysis for evaluating their market positions and profit possibilities, government domestic economic policies that have important implications for their businesses, and international economic events that affect the operations of their firms.
Business firms also employ economics graduates to do nonspecialized work in sales and management. Economists are involved in community, state, and regional planning and many 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. Thousands of economists are 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 reason for this wide range of opportunities is that the logical and encompassing approach of economics enables one to analyze many diverse topics, both in a professional capacity and in day-to-day living.
A minor in economics or even a double major (economics teamed with business, political science, international studies or the like) may be attained with very little extra coursework, particularly if one begins planning early.
Economics
Certificate in Applied Finance and Economics (CAFE)
The economics major is an option for students participating in the Accelerated Baccalaureate Degree Program. For information on this program see printed catalog page 144.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in economics include those in all arts and sciences subject major degree programs.
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 that students can follow to fulfill the capstone experience for the major: (1) an internship with a business, government, or non profit 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 the programs of students; the 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 headed toward graduate work in economics or careers in business, law, and public policy:
(24 credits)
Approved workshops or seminars may be included.
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 page 140.