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.
ECON 3500  Int'l Business Environment  3 Credits  
A course focusing on the trade, macroeconomic policy, and financial-market issues and theories of relevance to multi-national firms, with applications to recent events.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in the following: ECON 2105 & ECON 2106.