Economics BS/MA Dual Degree Program

Program Overview

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This accelerated dual degree program allows students to earn a B.S. and M.A. in Economics in just five years, reducing the total required hours from 150 to 138. Students can apply 12 M.A. credit hours towards their B.S., and the M.A. coursework includes core courses in microeconomic analysis, macroeconomic analysis, and econometric theory and methods. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in economics and related fields, with a strong foundation in economic theory and methods.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

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Economics BS/MA Dual Degree Program

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Objectives:

• Complete a B.S.
and M.A. in economics in five years.
• Reduce the overall required hours for the two degrees from 150 to 138 hours.

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Program Description:

• Students can apply 12 of the M.A.
credit hours towards the B.S.
• The M.A.
in Economics requires 30 credit hours, with at least 21 hours completed in residence.
• Required courses for the M.A.
:
• ECON 5001: Microeconomic Analysis (3 credit hours)
• ECON 5002: Macroeconomic Analysis (3 credit hours)
• ECON 5100: Econometric Theory and Methods (3 credit hours)
• 21 credit hours of electives must be completed, with at most six hours at the 4000 level (excluding ECON 4100 and ECON 4150).
• 12 of the 30 hours taken in the M.A.
program will also count towards the undergraduate B.S. requirements.

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Outline:

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Content:

• Microeconomic Analysis
• Macroeconomic Analysis
• Econometric Theory and Methods
• Economics electives

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Structure:

• Five-year accelerated program
• 138 total credit hours
• 120 credit hours for B.S.
• 30 credit hours for M.A.

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Course Schedule:

• Courses are typically taken in the following order:
• General education requirements
• College algebra or higher mathematics
• Introductory microeconomics
• Introductory macroeconomics
• Intermediate microeconomics (ECON 3001)
• Introductory econometrics (ECON 4100)
• M.A.
coursework

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Individual Modules with Descriptions:

• ECON 5001: Microeconomic Analysis
• Analyzes consumer and producer behavior, market equilibrium, and welfare economics.
• ECON 5002: Macroeconomic Analysis
• Examines macroeconomic models, economic growth, inflation, and monetary and fiscal policy.
• ECON 5100: Econometric Theory and Methods
• Introduces econometric methods for analyzing economic data.

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Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Papers
• Presentations
• Assessment Criteria:
• Understanding of economic concepts
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills

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Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Faculty:
• Full-time regular economics faculty members
• Unique Approaches:
• Accelerated program allows students to complete both degrees in five years.
• Students can apply 12 of the M.A.
credit hours towards the B.S.

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Economist
• Financial analyst
• Market researcher
• Policy analyst
• Opportunities:
• Work in government, industry, or academia
• Pursue further education in economics or related fields
• Outcomes:
• Graduates are prepared for careers in economics and related fields.
• Graduates have a strong foundation in economic theory and methods.