Economics (B.A.)

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Preparation for a career in economics requires a broad background in basic economic theory and an in-depth study of the quantitative tools important to the economist. In light of the emphasis on the quantitative approach to economic theory, students are advised to select courses in mathematics and computer science beyond those specifically required in the economics curriculum. Please refer to the School of Business website for additional information and requirements: www.etown.edu/depts/business/advising .

Student Learning Outcomes for Economics:

Students will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of economic theory, institutions, and policy making.
Communicate ideas effectively.
Employ quantitative and analytical skills.

An Economics major requires:

A non-credit program, Backpack-to-Briefcase (completion is managed via JayWeb)
BA 105 - Managerial Communication and Student Career Preparedness 1.00 credit.
BA 260 - Introduction to Data Visualization 2.00 credits.
EC 101 - SSC Principles of Macroeconomics 4.00 credits.
EC 102 - SSC Principles of Microeconomics 4.00 credits.
MA 121 - MA Calculus I 4.00 credits.
MA 250 - MA Sports Analytics 4.00 credits. or
MA 251 - MA Probability and Statistics 4.00 credits.
BA 240 - Strategic Managerial Decision-Making and Critical Analysis I 2.00 credits.
BA 241 - Strategic Managerial Decision-Making and Critical Analysis II 2.00 credits.
EC 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics 4.00 credits.
EC 302 - Intermediate Macroeconomics 4.00 credits.
EC 309 - Introduction to Mathematical Economics 4.00 credits.
MA 252 - Statistical Methods in Research 4.00 credits.
Internship requirement
Three additional Economics electives (eleven credits minimum)

First Year Suggested Courses:

FYS 100 - First-Year Seminar 4.00 credits.
EN 100 - PLE First Year Writing 4.00 credits.
BA 105 - Managerial Communication and Student Career Preparedness 1.00 credit.
EC 101 - SSC Principles of Macroeconomics 4.00 credits.
EC 102 - SSC Principles of Microeconomics 4.00 credits.
MA 121 - MA Calculus I 4.00 credits.
Two Core courses (8 credits total)

Notes:

Students may take EC 101 and EC 102 in any sequence.

EC 101 or EC 102 will fulfill both the Economics major requirement and the Social Sciences core requirement.

MA 251 will fulfill both the Economics major requirement and the Mathematics core requirement.

Internships are registered in the semester in which they end, therefore cumulative internship experiences (micro, virtual) will be registered when the student achieves the desired 120 hours tracked by the department/program governing the internship discipline.

For a suggested Four-Year Plan for the Economics major, visit www.etown.edu/depts/business/advising/four-year-economics.aspx.