Economics: A Degree with a Future
Economics: A Degree with a Future
Economics has been the stepping stone to a future career for many of the nation's most ambitious people. In addition to numerous CEOs and U.S. Presidents, economics is the most popular degree at six out of the eight Ivy League schools. Moreover, Warren Buffett (Berkshire Hathaway), Elon Musk (Tesla & SpaceX), and Nate Silver (FiveThirtyEight) all hold economics degrees. While their careers are very different, they all use the methods and data analysis tools taught in economics to further their success.
Here at UNO, we offer three different undergraduate programs in economics: Bachelor of Science in Economics, a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Economics Concentration. These programs contain nearly the same economics courses: which degree makes the most sense for you depends on your other interests.
Required Economics Courses:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
ECON 2200 |
PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS (MICRO) |
3 |
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ECON 2220 |
PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS (MACRO) |
3 |
|
ECON 3200 |
ECONOMIC THEORY: MICRO |
3 |
|
ECON 3220 |
ECONOMIC THEORY: MACRO |
3 |
|
ECON 3300* |
INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMETRICS |
3 |
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*ECON 3300 is not required for all undergraduate programs. However, to maximize job market opportunities, it is highly recommended for all students. |
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Math Foundation Courses:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
BSAD 2130* |
PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS STATISTICS |
3 |
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MATH 1370* |
APPLIED ALGEBRA AND OPTIMIZATION WITH DATA ANALYSIS |
4 |
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*BSAD 2130 and MATH 1370 are recommended by the department. However, there are other math courses that will satisfy these requirements. See your undergraduate advisor for details. |
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Consistently Offered Electives
You must take an additional 12 to 15 hours (typically 4-5 courses) of economics electives depending on the specific program. Most programs require that at least 6 hours of electives (typically 2 courses) be taken at the 4000 level. Please see your advisor for details.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
ECON 3130 |
ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY |
3 |
|
ECON 3190 |
SPORTS ECONOMICS |
3 |
|
ECON 3250 |
BUSINESS CONDITIONS ANALYSIS |
3 |
|
ECON 3310 |
SQL AND DATABASES FOR DATA SCIENTISTS |
3 |
|
ECON 3320 |
INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL & NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS |
3 |
|
ECON 3600 |
INTRODUCTION INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS |
3 |
|
ECON 4210 |
INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATION |
3 |
|
ECON 4300 |
QUANTATIVE APPLICATIONS IN ECONOMICS & BUSINESS |
3 |
|
ECON 4320 |
NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS |
3 |
|
ECON 4450 |
MONETARY THEORY AND POLICY |
3 |
|
ECON 4340 |
ECONOMICS OF TECHNOLOGY |
3 |
|
ECON 4350 |
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND REPORTING |
3 |
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ECON 4610 |
INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
3 |
|
ECON 4620 |
INTERNATIONAL MONETARY ECONOMICS |
3 |
|
ECON 4660 |
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT |
3 |
|
ECON 4730 |
ECONOMICS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP |
3 |