ECON 1101 Economics of Financial Literacy 3 Credits
This course explores the microeconomic and macroeconomic principles that underpin financial literacy, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making in personal finance. In this class, students will learn how to apply economic thinking to real-world financial situations and develop the skills necessary to make sound financial decisions. Specifically, students will learn how to use economic theories and concepts to make informed decisions about budgeting, cash flow management, maximizing their earnings potential, tax planning, obtaining and using credit, saving and investments, insurance and risk management, and retirement. The course will emphasize the importance of understanding the broader economic context when developing and implementing financial plans.
ECON 2105 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Credits
This principles-of-economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze economic aggregates and evaluate economic policies.
ECON 2106 Principles of Microeconomics 3 Credits
This principles-of-economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze structure and performance of the market economy.