Economics Minor

College of Business (COB)
Department of Business

Contact

Michael Daley, Ph.D.
Program Director, Economics
Associate Professor, College of Business
mdaley@une.edu

Mission

The College of Business at the É«ÏãÊÓÆµis a caring and collaborative community that offers a student-centered and technology-driven education. Emphasizing experiential learning, our ecosystem equips graduates with essential skills and knowledge for successful careers through industry-focused programs that promote innovation, teamwork, ethical leadership, a global perspective, and social responsibility.

Minor Description

An Economics minor provides essential skills to analyze how economic forces shape industries, policies, and societal challenges.

With an Economics minor, you will:

  • Evaluate how macroeconomic trends and policies influence funding and access in areas like healthcare, education, and conservation.
  • Apply microeconomic principles to improve resource management, public health initiatives, and environmental sustainability.
  • Leverage data-driven tools to address real-world issues, such as school funding, healthcare disparities, and environmental policy.

An Economics minor equips you with critical thinking skills and a broader perspective, enhancing your career prospects in any field.

Students in majors outside of Economics may declare a minor in Economics with approval from the program director.

Curricular Requirements

The Economics minor requires a total of eighteen (18) credits, divided into six (6) credits of required courses and twelve (12) credits of program-specific electives.

Program Required CoursesCredits
BUEC 203 – Macroeconomics3
BUEC 204 – Microeconomics3
Four (4) Program Specific Electives (see below)12
Minimum Total Required Credits18
Program Specific ElectivesCredits
BUEC 365 – Evolution of Economic Theory3
BUEC 370 – Money Credit and Banking3
BUEC 375 – International Trade and Finance3
BUEC 380 – Economic Development of the U.S.3
BUEC 385 – Health Economics3
BUEC 390/ENV 324 – Environmental Economics3
BUEC 395 – Ecological Economics3
PSC 322 – International Political Economy3

Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.

Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog

This catalog outlines the academic programs, degree criteria, policies, and events of the É«ÏãÊÓÆµfor the 2025–2026 academic year and serves as the official guide for academic and program requirements for students enrolling at the University during the Summer of 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 semesters.

The information provided is accurate as of its publication date on April 30, 2025.

The É«ÏãÊÓÆµreserves the right to modify its programs, calendar, or academic schedule as deemed necessary or beneficial. This includes alterations to course content, class rescheduling, cancellations, or any other academic adjustments. Changes will be communicated as promptly as possible.

While students may receive guidance from academic advisors or program directors, they remain responsible for fulfilling the requirements outlined in the catalog relevant to their enrollment year and for staying informed about any updates to policies, provisions, or requirements.