34 courses with the subject ECON, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ECON 1020Econ of Social Choices3
This course introduces students to the economic way of thinking by applying economic analysis to a wide variety of societal issues. The focus of the course and analysis is on individual decision making. Issues covered reflect topics of current interest that may include product safety, drugs and alcohol, the environment, healthcare, crime and justice, discrimination, sports, education, along with more traditional areas of interest such as international trade. Typically offered:
This is the first course of two that comprise an introduction to economics. Together, they provide the student with a solid grounding in economic principles and familiarize him or her with the institutions and policies that influence economic activity. For those who elect to major in economics, they also provide the base upon which subsequent courses will build. This course studies the economy from the perspective of individual consumers and producers who interact in a market setting. It shows how their choices influence the production and distr Formerly: P3 Intro Microeconomics Typically offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Attributes: AMSS P3 YLIB
This course complements ECON 105C and studies the economy from an aggregated rather than an individual perspective. Students learn how the overall levels of income and production and the rates of inflation and unemployment are determined; they consider how economic activity is affected by the federal government’s taxing and spending policies and by the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy practices. These topics are covered in order to develop the students’ understanding of U.S. economic performance in light of an increasingly integrated world econ Formerly: P3 Intro Macroeconomics Typically offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Attributes: AMSS P3 YLIB
The overall economic well-being of Americans is primarily determined by how much they are paid. In this course, the student comes to understand the subtle and significant reasons why some groups are paid more than others. Only by understanding the causes of differences can one seriously consider policy options (as diverse as Head Start, anti-discrimination and affirmative action legislation, the earned income tax credit, and social security) that seek to change income outcomes. Attributes: AMSS CC HHHD WGST YLIB
Data Analysis provides students with the opportunity to explore various topics from an analytical view point. Students work with and interpret data. Using a variety of approaches, students analyze real-world scenarios by interpreting and using data to draw basic conclusions and describe limitations. Students communicate their findings visually and in writing. Typically offered:
Ethics or bioethics (i.e., PHIL 124C, PHIL 250C, REST 130, REST 284D, or REST 387D) Additional liberal arts, sciences, general elective courses Required Nursing Courses -
This course covers nonparametric statistical methods, with emphasis on applications, data analysis, and statistical computing. Topics include binomial and sign tests, rank tests for 1-sample and 2-sample designs, contingency table analysis, Kolmogorov-Smirnov tests, nonparametric correlation coefficients, nonparametric regression methods, and computationally-intensive approaches to nonparametric analysis. Cross-listed with STAT 222. Attributes: YLIB
This course is an introduction to the American health care system with emphasis placed on using economics to analyze various problems. Topics covered include the demand for medical services; medical insurance (Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance); the markets for hospital, physician, and nursing services; current developments; and the future of this sector of the economy. The course includes a consideration of proposals for health care reform and comparisons with the health care systems of other countries. Typically offered: Spring - Odd Years Attributes: HHCF YLIB
This course provides an introduction to the study of crime and crime-reduction policies using standard economic techniques. Criminal behavior is examined as the result of rational, utility-maximizing decisions made by individuals in society. Study includes the incentives for individuals to commit crimes and how those incentives can be changed by law and public policy. Unintended consequences and secondary effects of crime-reduction policies are also considered. Topics include the costs of crime on society, the war on drugs, gun control, non-viol Attributes: YLIB
This course examines the behavior of labor market participants and the results of their interactions in a market setting. The initial focus is on the labor supply and schooling decisions of individuals and households along with the hiring and pay policies of firms. Next, labor turnover, discrimination, and unemployment are discussed. The final topic is labor-management relations. The course is first approached from an institutional perspective with the market outcomes in union and non-union settings then being compared and contrasted. Attributes: YLIB
ECON elective (ECON 317C - History of Economic Thought - recommended) (3) Total: 30 credits 2025-2026 Catalog » Academic Programs » Undergraduate » School of Arts and Sciences » Economics
This course investigates numerous microeconomic aspects of the sports entertainment industry. Among these are the pricing and allocation of labor, the determination of franchise values, and the role of regulation for this unique industry. In particular, the market for sports is discussed in the context of the well-known professional leagues such as Major League Baseball, the NBA, and the NFL. Lastly, other forms of entertainment, such as the music industry, are analyzed on the basis of structure, pricing, and marketing practices. Cross-listed with SPST 330. Attributes: SPBE YLIB
Game theory is the study of strategic interactions. It provides methods to formalize and analyze the behavior of agents under different incentives. This course presents students with an overview of the basic principles and tools in game theory by analyzing common applications in areas such as auctions, elections, evolutionary biology, insurance policy design, plea bargaining, price competition, and product differentiation. This course is highly recommended for students wishing to purse graduate study in economics, law, or management. Completion of MATH 112C or 120C is recommended before registering for ECON 402. Formerly offered as Advanced Economics Typically offered: Spring - Even Years Attributes: YLIB
This course investigates the various theoretical and empirical aspects of credit instruments, financial markets, and depository institution behavior. Specifically, topics such as money and capital markets, interest-rate determination, regulatory reform, and government policy are considered as they pertain to our monetary economy. Attributes: YLIB
Electives - 12 credits Electives are chosen from the economics course offerings to match a student's interests and career goals. Electives may be chosen from any level, excluding any foundational core courses (Learning Community, Resea Total: 36 credits Note: A careful choice of minor will further allow majors to follow their interests and develop a marketable set of skills. For example, minors in finance, international studies, statistics, philosophy, and manag Inclusive Childhood Education Major with a Liberal Arts Major/Concentration in Economics Students pursuing teaching certification in inclusive childhood education must declare either a second major or a concentration in a liberal arts field. Either choice results in a Bachelor of Science degree. Incl
Washington Experience semester is offered through The Washington Center. Permission of the advisor, department chair ,and TWC liaison (Dr. Monica Litzenberger) is required to register. Typically offered:
Washington Experience semester is offered through The Washington Center. Permission of the advisor, department chair ,and TWC liaison (Dr. Monica Litzenberger) is required to register. Typically offered:
Washington Experience semester is offered through The Washington Center. Permission of the advisor, department chair ,and TWC liaison (Dr. Monica Litzenberger) is required to register. Typically offered:
This course enables students to apply and enhance their understanding of economics through an approved work experience in business or government. Graded S/U. Requires approval of the internship coordinator and the department chair. Typically offered:
This is an independent research project under the direction and supervision of a member of the department. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required. Attributes: YLIB
Required of students who are accepted to the Economics Honors Program. The project must be approved by a faculty supervisor, the department chair, and the Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. Projects are presented and defended at a colloquium. The intent to develop an honors project must be declared prior to the beginning of the senior year. Attributes: YLIB
