Bachelor of Science in Economics
The Bachelor of Science in Economics builds on an analytical business foundation and develops the student’s ability to apply economic reasoning and analysis to economic, business, and policy issues.
Required:
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122 semester hours, to include at least 36 hours at or above the 300 course level
AOS Code:
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U717
General Program Requirements
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A cumulative GPA of at least 2.0
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122 s.h.
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At least 15 semester hours of Economics must be earned at UNCG
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Grades of C (2.0) or better in ECO course work used to meet major requirements
I General Education Core Requirements (GEC)
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See complete GEC requirements and approved course listings for all categories.
GLT—Literature (3 s.h.)
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Student selects 3 s.h. from GLT list.
GFA—Fine Arts (3.s.h.)
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Student selects 3 s.h. from GFA list.
GPR—Philosophical, Religious, Ethical Principles (3 s.h.)
Humanities and Fine Arts (3 s.h.)
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Student selects additional 3 s.h. from GLT, GFA, or GPR list.
GHP—Historical Perspectives on Western Culture (3 s.h.)
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Student selects 3 s.h. from GHP list.
GNS—Natural Sciences (6–7 s.h.)
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Student selects 6–7 s.h. from GNS list. One must include a laboratory course. Each must have a different course prefix.
GMT—Mathematics (3 s.h.)
GRD—Reasoning and Discourse (6 s.h.)
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ENG 101 - College Writing I or FMS 115 - Freshman Seminar in Reasoning and Discourse I or RCO 101 - College Writing I
GSB—Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 s.h.)
II General Education Marker Requirements
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See details and courses. It is possible to meet all GE Marker Requirements while completing the GE Core requirements or courses required by the major/concentration.
Global/Global Non-Western Perspectives (GL/GN)
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four (4) courses carrying GL/GN markers, one of which must carry the GN marker
One Speaking Intensive (SI) Course
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In addition to this SI Marker requirement, students must also complete a second SI course within the major. All programs have identified at least one course among their major requirements that is taught as Speaking Intensive.
One Writing Intensive (WI) Course
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In addition to this WI Marker requirement, students must also complete a second WI course within the major. All programs have identified at least one course among their major requirements that is taught as Writing Intensive.
III Major Requirements
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9 s.h. of ECO electives at the 300 level or above
IV Related Area Requirements
Choose one of the following:
Required:
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ENG 102: or other approved ENG course
Choose one of the following:
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ECO WI/SI course
Choose one of the following:
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Note: No more than 30 s.h. of traditional business courses (ACC, BUS, FIN, ISM, MGT, MKT, and SCM courses taught by Bryan School faculty) will count toward the B.S. degree in Economics.
V Electives
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Electives sufficient to complete 122 total semester hours required for degree.
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
The Bachelor of Arts in Economics develops the student’s ability to apply economic reasoning and analysis to a variety of economic and public policy issues. This degree program provides the flexibility to take a wide range of university courses and the opportunity to double major outside the Bryan School of Business & Economics.
Required:
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122 semester hours, to include at least 36 hours at or above the 300 course level
Available Concentrations and AOS Codes:
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Economics, U305
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Economics with Teacher Licensure in Social Studies, U309
General Program Requirements:
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A cumulative GPA of at least 2.0
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122 s.h.
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At least 15 hours of economics must be earned at UNCG
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Grades of C (2.0) or better in ECO course work used to meet major requirements
I General Education Core Requirements (GEC)
-
See complete GEC requirements and approved course listings for all categories.
GLT—Literature (3 s.h.)
-
Student selects 3 s.h. from GLT list.
GFA—Fine Arts (3.s.h.)
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Student selects 3 s.h. from GFA list.
GPR—Philosophical, Religious, Ethical Principles (3 s.h.)
Humanities and Fine Arts (3 s.h.)
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Student selects additional 3 s.h. from GLT, GFA, or GPR list.
GHP—Historical Perspectives on Western Culture (3 s.h.)
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Student selects 3 s.h. from GHP list.
GNS—Natural Sciences (6–7 s.h.)
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Student selects 6–7 s.h. from GNS list. One must include a laboratory course. Each must have a different course prefix.
GMT—Mathematics (3 s.h.)
GRD—Reasoning and Discourse (6 s.h.)
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ENG 101 - College Writing I or FMS 115 - Freshman Seminar in Reasoning and Discourse I or RCO 101 - College Writing I
GSB—Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 s.h.)
II General Education Marker Requirements
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See details and courses. It is possible to meet all GE Marker Requirements while completing the GE Core requirements or courses required by the major/concentration.
Global/Global Non-Western Perspectives (GL/GN)
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four (4) courses carrying GL/GN markers: 3–6 s.h. (1–2 courses) of the same foreign language depending upon placement; 2–3 additional GL/GN courses, one of which must carry the GN marker
One Speaking Intensive (SI) Course
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In addition to this SI Marker requirement, students must also complete a second SI course within the major. All programs have identified at least one course among their major requirements that is taught as Speaking Intensive.
One Writing Intensive (WI) Course
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In addition to this WI Marker requirement, students must also complete a second WI course within the major. All programs have identified at least one course among their major requirements that is taught as Writing Intensive.
III Major and Related Area Requirements
Required:
Choose one of the following:
Economics electives:
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15 s.h. at the 300 level or above
IV Electives
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Electives sufficient to complete 122 total semester hours required for degree.
V Additional Requirements for Economics Major with Teacher Licensure in Social Studies
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Students seeking teacher licensure should see School of Education Licensure Programs for additional licensure requirements. Licensure in social studies is available for economics majors.