27 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 1010Economics as a Social Science3
Credit(s) | $19.50 Fee General Education course. Provides overview of principles of economics. The economy is analyzed in terms of historical origins and development and current performance and problems, including poverty, pollution, health care, international trade policy, unemployment and recession, inflation, Social Security System, taxation policy, and national debt. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $19.50 Fee Satisfies American government requirement of General Education. History from colonial times to present. Coverage of U.S. Constitution; national economy; pluralism; ethnicity, race, gender; distribution of wealth and power; social conflict and reform; entrepreneurs, workers, workplace; cultural encounters; popular culture; and U.S. and global affairs. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $19.50 Fee Introduction to basic microeconomic principles: price theory, theory of the firm, trade and comparative advantage, public goods, taxation, welfare economics, and industrial organization. Public policy with regard to the environment, consumer protection, and other problems is also examined. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $19.50 Fee Introduces measurements of national economic performances: GDP, and interest, inflation and unemployment rates. Develops a model to describe the economic situation, and to present the options available to policy makers. Discusses the institutions and constraints that frame policy. International economic issues and the relation of the U.S. economy to the global economy are then examined. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee The purpose of intermediate microeconomics is to explore the basic theories of microeconomics, which are the foundation of many other classes one can take in economics. Consequently, a portion of this course is best described as abstract theory. We will spend a majority of this course discussing the applications of the theories we examine. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Managerial economics applies microeconomic analysis to the management of the firm. Using economic theory, statistical analysis, and optimization methods, students solve management problems relating to pricing, production and distribution, innovation and technological change, and cost. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Explores the macroeconomics environment within which business decisions are made. Source data is used to obtain measures of the economy. Macroeconomic theory underlying the conduct of monetary and fiscal policy is analyzed. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
( ECON 2010 and ECON 2020 and MATH 1040 ) or approved minor in department -
ECON 3150Principles of Econometrics3
Credit(s) | $63 Fee An introduction to the basic statistical methods used to estimate and analyze quantifiable economic relationships with an applied emphasis. The primary focus is on the classical linear regression model and violations of its assumptions. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee This class explores broad issues in international trade and shows how related policy choices impact the economy. Students will learn how and why trade benefits the economy as a whole, but can also negatively impact certain groups within the economy. A major focus of the course is on the determinants of currency-exchange rates and the risks business entities face due to fluctuations in exchange rates. Similarly, the class examines the tools companies use to hedge against this risk and describes how basic financial tools can be adjusted to account for exchange-rate expectations and differential tax rates in international project valuation. Because it covers a significant portion of the CFA curriculum, this course is essential for students interested in obtaining the CFA credential. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee This course seeks to explain the many roles women play in the economy and how those are different (and similar) to the roles played by men. We begin with the important role inclusiveness plays in the economic growth of a nation. We then move to a discussion of the history and present reality of gender bias. This will be followed by a discussion of the theory of economic discrimination, which will then be applied to the discussion of outcomes observed with respect to education, employment, and wages. The course will then discuss “non-market” outcomes related to the economics of the family. Topics included in this section of the course include marriage and divorce, how household tasks are allocated by women and men, and teen pregnancy. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee The study of sports economics is specifically an application of microeconomic theory and empirical analysis. By focusing on sports, students can see how the toolkit of economics can be applied to a subject the student already finds interesting. The study of sports economics also sheds light upon a host of important topics, including how to measure the productivity of a worker, whether or not workers are paid a wage consistent with their economic value, the impact of labor unions, racial discrimination, and the efficacy of public subsidies. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Public sector economics examines the microeconomic functions of government and the way government affects the allocation of resources and the distribution of income. Topics include welfare theory, public goods, market failure and cost-benefit analysis. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee A continuation of ECON 3150 . While important theoretical foundations are covered at a high level, the focus of this class is on causal inference and applying econometric methods. Topics include panel data models, causal inference, simultaneous equation models, and limited dependent variable models. The course includes learning and using an appropriate statistical software package. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee This course offers an introduction to labor markets. We will explore key theories of labor economics, including labor supply and demand, human capital, wage determination, and specific topics such as unemployment, discrimination, immigration, unions, and the role of government policy. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Development Economics is a branch of economics that focuses on the economic, social, and institutional processes that drive improvements in the living standards of people, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. It seeks to understand the causes and consequences of underdevelopment and explores policies and interventions that can promote sustainable economic growth, reduce poverty, and improve human well-being. The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the contemporary issues that are faced by developing or lower-middle-income countries. In particular, the course is designed to educate students on how these developing countries prosper by overcoming the challenges they face. The course is structured to provide students with a broad yet rigorous understanding of key development issues, blending theoretical foundations with empirical insights and policy relevance. By the end of the course, you should be able to understand some of the basic concepts, theories, and real-world applications of development economics and international development. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Designed to prepare students for research by going through the empirical research process which includes ideation, literature review, research design, collecting data, analyzing data, writing paper, and preparing for a journal submission. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee This course examines the relationship between education and economic outcomes, with a particular focus on the role of public policy in shaping educational access, quality, and equity. Students will explore theoretical frameworks and empirical methods used to analyze how investments in education influence individual earnings, social mobility, and overall economic growth. Key topics include the returns to education, early childhood investment, the impact of school finance and accountability reforms, teacher quality, higher education access, and the role of education in reducing inequality. Through case studies drawn from both U.S. and international contexts, students will investigate how different education systems and policies address challenges of efficiency, equity, and development. By the end of the course, students will gain the tools to evaluate education systems from an economic perspective and to critically analyze the policy trade-offs that arise in designing effective and equitable education policy across diverse national settings. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee This course examines the structure and evolution of the legal system through the lens of economic analysis. Drawing on the common law of torts, contracts, property, and crimes, we analyze selected rules and institutional forms to understand how legal systems address disputes involving imperfect information, externalities, and moral hazard. Students will develop both economic intuition and quantitative literacy by exploring the economic forces that shape the evolution of law. Through problem sets, modeling exercises, debates, moot courts, and case discussions, the course fosters critical thinking and equips students to distinguish among conflicting legal narratives or policy advocacies. These experiential learning activities also strengthen public speaking, argumentation, and decision-making skills, preparing students for careers as litigators, legal counselors, or public policy makers. Students with interests in related fields, such as law, public affairs, or philosophy, are encouraged to consult with the instructor about prerequisite waivers, as appropriate. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
ECON 2010 and MATH 1050 required; ECON 3010 and ( MATH 1100 or MATH 1210 ) and ACCT 3350 highly recommended -
ECON 4500Economics of Strategy3
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Principles of industrial organization economics and the economics of the firm applied to business management and strategy. Includes an overview of standard industrial organization topics such as market structure, entry, and pricing rivalry along with issues in organizational economics such as the principal-agent problem and vertical integration. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
ECON 2010 and ECON 2020 and ECON 3010 and MATH 1040 -
ECON 4600Health Economics3
Credit(s) | $63 Fee This course will provide an introduction to the field of health economics. Health care is one of the largest sectors in the U.S. economy, and it is one of the most important individual “goods” that we produce and consume. Moreover, health care and health policy is at the forefront of political discourse. This class will teach students to better understand microeconomic principles and how they apply to the field of health. Topics will include markets for health and health care, health insurance markets, physicians’ markets, and health policy, as well as public health topics. By the end of this course, students should better understand the economics underlying healthcare markets and be better equipped to assess health policies. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $21 per credit Fee Topics in specialized fields of economics and advanced quantitative methods, varying by semester. Repeatable for 12 credit hours, provided course content is different. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee A capstone course requiring the completion of a major project. The course covers research tools and methodology, and guides students through the process of economic research and problem analysis. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Application of quantitative methods to business analysis and decision-making. Fundamental topics of management science are covered including optimization modeling, decision and risk analysis, and simulation modeling. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee Application of microeconomic principles to business management and strategy. Includes fundamental topics in microeconomic theory, industrial organization, and organizational economics. Uses business case analysis. (Fall - 2nd Session, Summer - 1st Session) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $63 Fee An introduction to the application of econometric training and techniques to problems in data analytics. The primary focus is to extend traditional econometrics to teach students how to use computing software to address econometric issues in business analytics, particularly statistical and causal analyses of business problems. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
