Mar 28, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Bulletin 
    
2022-2023 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Economics Minor


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The minor in economics offers a program which is devoted primarily to the study of the economic principles, tools, theory and institutions that affect business activity. It helps students to understand economic units’ decision making process, as well as some major economic issues in our society and to analyze economic policy and decisions made at the government level. The economics minor also grounds the student deeply in a liberal arts education, offers opportunities for electives, and gives them a foundation to pursue a major in Economics or Finance.

Total Credits - 18


Electives


A minimum of 6 credits of ECON electives at the 300 or 400 level.

Student Learning Outcomes


  • Students will be able to understand the major concepts and issues at the macro and micro economics levels.
  • Students will be able to integrate economic knowledge and make appropriate decisions supported by relevant analysis.
  • Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.
  • Students will be able to understand the value of a holistic, integrated Christian world-view and the importance of personal and professional integrity.
  • Students will be able to understand the ethical ramifications of economic decisions.

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