318 PROGRAM Economics I he Department of Economics is described in the John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics section of the catalog and offers two different degree programs. The career field selected will determine the educational goals a student must set and will be an important element in deciding which of the many avenues towards a bachelor's degree available in economics is best suited for you. The Bachelor's Degree with a General Economics Major is described in this, the Social Science section of the catalog. See the John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics section of the catalog for a complete description of the programs leading to a Bachelor's Degree with a Business Economics Major. Economics provides general analysis of decision making where resource constraints are present. Within the Social Sciences, the field of economics is perhaps the most rigorous in terms of the use and application of mathematical and statistical reasoning. Students with a bachelors degree in economics are generally prepared to take entry level jobs in any area of business, but are particularly prepared for jobs that call for data analysis, pricing, purchasing, and report writing. Economists are often employed in private business firms in the financial, retailing, and industrial sectors. A complete career guide is available from the department chairperson. A degree in General Economics is also regarded by graduate business schools as excellent preparation for advanced work toward an MBA, as well as advanced degrees in other business related disciplines such as human resource management, public administration, finance, and international business. Students seeking an advanced degree in economics, law, other social and behavioral sciences, urban and regional planning, actuarial science, etc., should also investigate the Business Economics Major described in the John B. Goddard School of Business and Economics section of the catalog. General Economics Major Social Science Emphasis bachelor degree (b.s. or b.a.) » Program Prerequisite: Not required. » Minor: See specific programs. » Grade Requirements: Candidates for the bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees must complete all prerequisite and required business and economics courses with a grade of "C-" or higher. In addition, the overall business and economics GPA must be 2.5 or higher. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 3000 and above). Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see page 18). There are no special admission or application requirements for this program. Advisement Advisement is required. Contact the Department Chair for information on transfer credits, major emphasis selection, major requirements, and complete information concerning current graduation requirements. Graduation contract forms are available in the Department of Economics office, WB 226. All economics majors should meet each semester with the Department Chair, Dr. Cliff Nowell (801-626-6488; WB 234). General Education Refer to pages 36-41 for either Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts requirements. The following courses required for the General Economics major will also satisfy general education requirements: ECON SS2010, SS2020 (Social Science). ECON All 740 is recommended to fulfill the Senate Bill Requirement in American Institutions. MATH QL1050 is a prerequisite for ECON SS2010, QUAN SI2400, and QUAN SI2600. Students seeking a major in Economics should plan to take the necessary mathematics courses as early as possible in their program of study. Course Requirements for General Economics B.S. or B.A. Degree (see also Alternative Emphases below) Economics Courses Required (24 credit hours) ECON SS2010 Principles of Microeconomics (3) ECON SS2020 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) ECON 4010 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory (3) ECON 4020 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (3) ECON 4980 Research Methods (3) QUAN SI2400 Business Calculus (3) or ECON 3030 Managerial Economics (3) QUAN SI2600 Business Statistics I (3) QUAN SI3610 Business Statistics II (3) Upper Division Elective Courses (15 credit hours) Select from the following ECON 3090 History of Economic Thought (3) ECON 3110 International Trade (3) ECON 3120 Int'l Finance & Monetary Systems (3) ECON 3200 Money & Banking (3) ECON 3400 Labor Economics (3) ECON 3410 Women in the World Economy (3) ECON 4170 Economic Development (3) ECON 4320 Industrial Organization (3) ECON 4520 Public Finance (3) ECON 4550 Intro to Econometrics (3) ECON 4560 Mathematical Economics (3) ECON 4800 Independent Research (1-3) ECON 4810 Experimental Courses (1-3) ECON 4920 Short Courses, Workshops (1-3) A minor taken from the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, or other minor program approved in advance by the department chairperson is required. Suggested Course Sequence Please refer to this program in the online catalog (weber.edu/catalog) and/or contact the department for a suggested course sequence. ALTERNATIVE EMPHASES A summary of the three alternative emphasis areas that may be pursued for the General Economics Bachelor Degree follow. A student's program of study must be approved by the Economics Department Chair. Course Requirements for Quantitative Economics College of Business & Economics Courses Required (27 credit hours) ECON SS2010 Principles of Microeconomics (3) ECON SS2020 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) ECON 4010 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory (3) ECON 4020 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory (3) ECON 4550 Intro to Econometrics (3) ECON 4560 Mathematical Econometrics (3) Weber State University 20 06-200 7 Catalog