The Economics minor is designed to provide students with greater adaptability for dealing with challenges in a competitive global economy. The curriculum delivers economic reasoning and analytical skills that can be applied to problems and issues throughout the entire economy. It also adds a social science perspective to the business major’s outlook. People with a sound understanding of economics have a competitive edge in careers and academic pursuits.
Please see complete information on all of the requirements to earn a minor at Plymouth State University.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements 1 | ||
| BUS 1400 | Principles of Economics (GACO) | 4 |
| ECN 3100 | Intermediate Macroeconomics | 4 |
| or ECN 3200 | Intermediate Microeconomics | |
| Minor Electives 2 | ||
| Select two of the following (one must be an ECN or FIN course): | 7-8 | |
AN 3130 | Wealth and Poverty | |
ECN 3100 | Intermediate Macroeconomics (If not taken above) | |
ECN 3200 | Intermediate Microeconomics (If not taken above) | |
ECN 4100 | Money and Banking | |
ECN 4200 | International Finance and Economic Policy | |
ECN 4400 | Current Topics in Economics | |
ESP 3340 | Introduction to Ecological Economics | |
FIN 3400 | Investment Principles | |
GE 3080 | Economic Geography | |
| Total Credits | 15-16 | |
- 1
Courses listed in this group are the primary component of the student’s exploration of the field of economics. When possible, the courses should be taken in the order suggested.
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Courses listed in this group are the second component of the student’s exploration of the field of economics.
