Course planning advice here is limited to majors. For a full description of degree requirements, please see this
overview of the Academic Program and refer to the
Catalog for details and official rules. Any discrepancy between the Course Planning Pages and the Catalog will be resolved in favor of the Catalog.
Possible Degree Path – starting in the first year. The following is a typical major plan for the 12 courses in the major. This is not the only way forward. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| First Year |
Calculus I (MATH 130) |
| Sophomore |
- Principles of Accounting I (BUSI 200)
- Microeconomic Theory (ECON 200)
- Principles of Statistics (BUSI 250)
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- Principles of Accounting II (BUSI 210)
- Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 210)
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If not already completed:
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| Junior |
Adv. Microeconomic Theory (ECON 300, spring)
1-2 Economics major electives at the 300 – level or above |
| Senior |
Econometrics and Forecasting (ECON 400) |
Adv. Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 310)
Senior Capstone |
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If necessary, complete remaining 300-level Economics major electives |
Possible Degree Path – starting in the second year. The following is a typical plan to complete this major. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| First Year |
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| Sophomore |
- Principles of Accounting I (BUSI 200)
- Microeconomic Theory (ECON 200)
- Principles of Statistics (BUSI 250)
|
- Principles of Accounting II (BUSI 210)
- Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 210)
|
|
Calculus I (MATH 130) |
| Junior |
Adv. Microeconomic Theory (ECON 300, spring)
1-2 Economics major electives at the 300 – level or above |
| Senior |
Econometrics and Forecasting (ECON 400) |
Adv. Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 310)
Senior Capstone |
|
If necessary, complete remaining 300-level Economics major electives |
Planning Recommendations: An internship, in a related field, is highly recommended.
Capstone Comments: There are various ways to complete the Capstone requirement. See the Economics and Business catalog page for options.