2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Department of Economics
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Edward C. Erickson, Ph.D., Chair
Professor: Erickson, Jasek-Rysdahl
Associate Professors: Houk, Kim, Peterson
Office: Bizzini Hall 101
Phone: (209) 667-3181
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Liberal Studies degree concentration in Economics
Minor in Economics
Social Sciences degree concentration in Economics
Liberal Studies Concentration in Economics
Please refer to the Liberal Studies section of the catalog.
Social Sciences Concentration in Economics
Please refer to the Social Sciences program section of the catalog.
Teaching Credential Supplemental Authorization in Economics
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Learning Objectives
Students will:
- Explain and apply economic terms, concepts and theories
- Collect, process, and interpret data, including statistical inference
- Demonstrate quantitative reasoning skills
- Explain a variety of specific topics in economics
- Apply specialized tools and concepts to contemporary issues
- Demonstrate an awareness of global economic forces
- Evaluate the impact of various international policies and practices
- Compare and constrast alternative explanations of economic events
- Explain how economic events and decisions are impacted by values and perceptions
- Efectively communicate the results of analysis in a variety of written formats
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate economic concepts orally
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