ECON - Economics Courses


ECON 1810 Introduction to Economics (3-0-3)
A survey course for non-business majors. It covers both macro and micro-economics and is aimed at developing an understanding of economic policies and problems. This course may not be taken for credit if a student has earned credit in ECON 2106 or ECON 2105 or their equivalents. Prerequisite: None.

ECON 2105 Macroeconomics (3-0-3)
This introductory course explains the nature of the economic problems which any society must solve and how a mixed economy solves these problems. Topics covered include supply and demand, income and employment, money and banking, and fiscal policy. Prerequisite: MATH 1101 or MATH 1111.

ECON 2106 Microeconomics (3-0-3)
The determination of prices and output levels and the explanation of economic equilibrium of individual economic units--the consumer, the firm, and the industry. Prerequisite: MATH 1101 or MATH 1111.

ECON 4810 Economic Development of the United States (3-0-3)
Traces development of economic institutions and policies, especially since 1860; deals with agriculture, manufacturing, commerce, transportation, money and banking, and the repercussions of periods of prosperity and depression. Prerequisite: C's or better in ECON 2106 and ECON 2105 or in ECON 1810.

ECON 4820 International Economics and Finance (3-0-3)
The theory of international trade, balance of payments, exchange rates, monetary movements, capital markets, and commercial policy. Implications of international financial reforms and international economic integration. Prerequisite: ECON 2106, ECON 2105, with grades of C or better, and 50 semester hours.

ECON 4950 Selected Topics in Contemporary
Economic Theory and Practice (3-0-3)
A course and/or directed study of a major issue, practice, or problem in the area of economics. Content to be decided. Prerequisite: The advisor 's permission to use in the major and senior standing.

ECON 5800 Economic Concepts (3-0-3)
This course is designed to cover the subject of introductory micro and macro economics. It includes selected topics of intermediate micro and macro theory. Prerequisite: Graduate (MBA) student status.

ECON 6800 National and International Economics for Management (3-0-3)
This course demonstrates how economic theory is applied to national and international managerial decision-making. Prerequisite: Graduate (MBA) student status, ACCT 5300, ECON 5800, FINC 3400, MATH 3110 or equivalent.

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