The Department of Economics in the College of Liberal Arts offers the B.A. in Economics. Using mathematical and statistical models, economists consider how resources such as labor, land, money, and technology are distributed. Economics majors gain a broad understanding of the field of economics as well as skills in statistics, data analytics, research methodology, and communication.
Students may choose between the B.A. and B.S. degrees in economics.
Economics majors in either degree program can choose from two option emphases:
The economics major helps develop analytical skills, a strong quantitative background, and clarity and precision of expression. Knowledge of the operations of complex economic systems and their institutions provides skills applicable to a wide variety of job responsibilities in a number of occupational areas.
Related careers to economics include lawyer, actuary, policy planner, stock broker, bank examiner, faculty member, labor relations specialist, venture capitalist, cost analyst, market research analyst, development officer, controller, financial planner, marketing officer, chief financial officer, and insurance analyst.
B.A. in Economics
Financial Economics ;
Law and Economics
120
Major
Minor
4 Years
Here are some of the classes you may take while earning your Bachelor of Arts in Economics. See all Economics courses.
UG
3 credits
Economic models and economic reasoning are applied in studying specific areas of the law, such as property, contract, tort, crime and punishment, antitrust and regulation, as well as broader issues related to the jury system, the judiciary, common law versus statute law and constitutions.
UG
3 credits
Economists approach the study of religion both by investigating how religion shapes economic outcomes (religion as an independent variable) and by applying the economic way of thinking to illuminate religious practices and organizations (religion as a dependent variable). This course will cover both approaches.
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3 credits
The use of sporting environments and sports data to explore and test selected topics in microeconomic theory: arbitrage and valuation, wage determination, crime, pricing and welfare in varying market structures, and strategic interactions of individuals and firms.
UG
3 credits
This course covers the origins of money, the role that money plays in the macroeconomy, banking, as well as the role of the state in the monetary and financial system. The course introduces students to Bitcoin and how it fits into the broader context of monetary theory and history.
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3 credits
This course includes analysis of different models of asset prices, including stocks, bonds, and contingent claims; neoclassical and arbitrage models; and efficient markets hypothesis.
UG
3 credits
Students use statistical methods to analyze economic data, with special emphasis on methods related to the classical linear regression. The course will include estimation, hypothesis testing, prediction, and the use of econometric software.
Hear firsthand from students and faculty about the Economics program.
I chose UM because it gave me an opportunity like no other university to pursue my economics degree. Since I stepped foot on campus, I fell in love with it. The professors are very passionate about what they teach, which I believe is one of the greatest qualities to have as an instructor.
Emerson National Fellow, Congressional Hunger Center
According to national data, economics majors have higher LSAT scores and have among the highest acceptance rates to law school. Lawyers who were undergraduate economics majors also tend to earn higher incomes.
At the core of the study of market-based economies is the role of private property and private property rights. This creates a natural synergy between the study of markets and the law as many areas of law require some working knowledge of economics. One can examine the economic foundations of property law, torts, criminal law, contracts, and anti-trust.
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CLA Coordinator of Student Recruitment
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