ECON • Economics
ECON 203 · Principles of Microeconomics 3 Credits
An introduction to concepts and tools of economic analysis for microeconomics. Students study the interactions of firms and consumers, consumer demands, firm costs, price determination under various market structures, and the role of government in a market economy.
ECON 204 · Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Credits
Introduction to concepts and tools for macroeconomic analysis. Primary topics include inflation, unemployment, economic growth determinants, and the effects of monetary and fiscal policies on the economy.
ECON 440 · International Economics and Trade 3 Credits
This course examines the theories and principles of international economics and how trade flows and policies impact global business operations. Students evaluate macroeconomic international policies and institutions, tariff rates, customs duties, currency valuations, trade agreements, intellectual property rights, immigration and balance of payments.