Economics Economics General Information 465. Advanced Database Methodologies (4) A, W Database concepts for management information systems as applied in the management and application of database systems for mainframe computers. Prerequisite: CIS 365 and 374. 474. Systems Analysis and Design II (4) A, W Provides advanced study in systems development using structured analysis and design techniques. Emphasis is on techniques for producing logical entities applied in the development of computer information systems. Prerequisites: CIS 365 and 374. 480. Individual Projects and Research (2-5) This course is open only to senior computer information systems majors. Will be required to complete an individual project, program, system, or research which will enhance the student's skills and marketability. Prerequisite: Senior standing and acceptance of the student's proposal by the faculty. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (2-5) A continuation of CIS 289. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Prerequisites: CIS 365, 374. 499. Computer Information Systems Seminar (3) A, W, S A seminar course for seniors applying the principles of management specifically to the needs of the information systems management function. The course will emphasize planning, organizing, and controlling the information systems environment and for information systems development projects. Subject matter will be covered through lectures, readings, discussions, and case studies. Three lectures. Prerequisite: Senior standing in CIS. NOTE: Computer information systems courses require a significant amount of data entry through a video display terminal. Because of this, keyboarding skill is strongly recommended. It is further recommended that majors acquire a personal computer. DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS Chair: Richard M. Alston Location: Wattis Business Building, Room 226 Telephone Contact: Julia Atkinson 626-6066 Professors: Richard M. Alston, Wan Fu Chi, Dix Cloward, Dan Fuller, Elden E. Liechty, Michael B. Vaughan; Associate Professor: John M. Mbaku; Assistant Professors: Clifford Now ell, Sarah E. Tinkler Description Economics provides general analysis of decision making where resource constraints are present. As such, economists are found in such diverse fields as investment banking, securities analysis, corporate finance, law, politics, and environmental regulation, as well as government and academia. The career field selected will determine the educational goals a student must set. Students with bachelors degrees in economics are often employed in private business firms in the financial, retailing, and industrial sectors of the economy. A degree in economics is also regarded by graduate schools as excellent preparation for advanced work toward an MBA or a degree in law as well as a Ph.D. in a number of business fields such as finance and international business. PROGRAM: BUSINESS ECONOMICS MAJOR-BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). College of Business and Economics Requirements: • See College of Business and Economics section of the catalog. Major Requirements (minimum of 35 credit hours): • Required courses (12 credit hours): Econ 301 (4), 302 (4); CIS 340 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 23 credit hours): Select from Econ SS274 (5), 303 (4), 309 (4), 311 (4), 320 (4), 340 (4), 430 (4), 455 (4), 480 (1-2), 532 (4); experimental courses, workshops, etc. (e.g., those numbered Econ 481 or Econ 482) may also be included. Students may enhance their program by selecting a maximum of two non-economics courses to be included in these 23 hours. These must be upper-division courses (numbered 301- 499) in related disciplines, and they must be approved by the department chair. PROGRAM: GENERAL ECONOMICS MAJOR-(SOCIAL SCIENCE EMPHASIS) General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). • A minor or concentration is required. College of Business and Economics Requirements: • Students must satisfy the College of Business and Economics advanced standing requirement (28 credit hours). This requirement is Acctg 201 (3); CIS PD170 (4); Econ 202 (4), SS203 (4); EconQt 240 (4), 260 (4); Math 107. Major Requirements (minimum of 46 credit hours): • Required courses (20 credit hours): Econ 202 (4), 301 (4), 302 (4), 309 (4); EconQt 261 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 8 credit hours): Econ SS274 (5), 292 (1-6), 303 (4), 311 (4), 320 (4), 340 (4), 430 (4), 455 (4), 480 (1-2), 481 (1-5), 492 (1-6), 532 (4). Select at least one class from each of the following groups: • Law: Poise 402 (4), 403 (4), 406 (5); Bus Adm 320 (3), 421 (3). • Philosophy:: Philo HU115 (4), 116 (4), 320 (3), 330 (4). • Organization: Econ 532 (4); Mgmt 312 (4); Poise SSI 10 (5), 111 (5), 370 (5), 375 (4), 445 (4). • International Studies: Econ 311 (4); Hist 433 (5), 440 (5), 451 (3), 459 (3), 461 (5), 470 (5); Poise SS240 (5), 381 (5), 383 (3), 389 (4), 448 (5); Geogr 354 (5), 359 (5), 362 (3), 374 (5). • Business: Mgmt 330 (4), 364 (4); Fin 301 (4), 320 (4); Mktg 301 (4). PROGRAM: ECONOMICS HONORS OPTION General Requirements: • Enroll in General Honors Program and complete at least 10 hours of general honors courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3 • Fulfill requirements for Economics Department major (given above). Specific Requirements: In fulfilling requirements for an economics honors major, students must take at least 14 hours of economics courses on an honors basis, 2 hours of which must be completed as a senior project (Honors 499). Either Economics 301 or 302 must be taken on an honors basis. The student may receive economics honors credit in any upper-division or graduate- level economics course. Permission from the department chair must be obtained before registering in a course for honors credit. A written agreement must also be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for honors credit. PROGRAM: ECONOMICS MINOR FOR NON-BUSINESS MAJORS General Requirements: • A grade of 2.0 or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: (minimum of 20 credit hours): • Required courses (8 credit hours): Econ 202 (4), SS203 (4). • Elective courses (12 credit hours): Econ SS274 (5), 292 (1- 6), 301 (4), 302 (4), 303 (4), 309 (4), 311 (4), 320 (4), 340 (4), 430 (4), 455 (4), 480 (1-5), 492 (1-6), and 532 (4). ECONOMICS COURSES-ECON SS101. Principles of Economics (5) Su, A, W, S Introduction to basix economic institutions and principles of economics for non-business and economics majors. Topics include scarcity, supply and demand and the exchange economy for goods and services, standards of living and income distribution, national income, aggregate demand, aggregate supply, the price level and inflation, employment, international trade, and comparative economic systems. Students wishing to fulfill the College of Business and Economics Advanced Standing requirements with Econ SS101 or its equivalent must complete Econ 202 and Either Econ 301, 302 or 303. 202. Microeconomic Analysis (4) Su, A, W, S The application of economic concepts to private sector problems. Topic coverage includes choice theory, the theory of the firm, introduction to general equilibrium analysis, and the theory of market structures. Prerequisites: Math 105 or 107. SS203. Macroeconomic Analysis (4) 5a, A, W, S Introduction to principles of macroeconomics for business and economics majors. The course focuses upon the analysis of economic instability, inflation, stagflation, and fiscal and monetary policy. Topics include standards of living and income distribution, national income, aggregate demand, aggregate supply, the price level and inflation, employment, international trade, and comparative economic systems. The determination of national income is stressed. Prerequisites: Math 105 and Econ 202. SS274. Economic History of the United States (5) A,W,S A critical study of the growth and development of American society and its institutions. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Protessions Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 142 143 Continuing Education