Apr 15, 2026  
DRAFT 2026-2027 Academic Catalog 
    
DRAFT 2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Quantitative Economics B.S.


The Department of Economics, Agriculture, and Social Sciences  offers the degree, Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Economics. The B.S. in Quantitative Economics program blends traditional economics courses with advanced training in applied mathematics, statistics, and data science courses to solve complex economic problems. The degree program prepares students for the emerging data analytic professions in the private and public sectors. Students who complete the B.S. Quantitative Economics program will be well prepared for graduate economics degree program. 

Students may also want to consider the Economics B.A.   

Program Learning Outcomes


  1. Critical thinking - students will demonstrate proficiency with economic theory and concepts and apply them to real world situations. 
  2. Applied mathematical/statistical reasoning - students will demonstrate statistical and econometric skills in analyzing economic issues. 
  3. Communication skills - students will effectively communicate theoretical and empirical analysis of economic phenomena. 
  4. Practical quantitative analysis skills - students will demonstrate practical knowledge of data analytical tools in solving real world problems. 

Requirements


1. Complete the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements


A student must comply with all University regulations and satisfy the following requirements:

  1. Units and Residency  (minimum of 120 units: 40 units of upper division coursework and 30 semester units at Stanislaus State. At least 24 of these 30 units must be earned in upper-division courses, at least 12 must be in the major, and at least 9 must be applicable to General Education-Breadth requirements)
  2. Baccalaureate Degree Requirements  (minimum grade point average of 2.0 (C) or better)
  3. General Education Program  (minimum of 43 units)
  4. Upper Division Writing Proficiency  (minimum of 3 units)
    - Writing Proficiency (WP) Course (may double count in the major)
  5. United States Constitution and California State and Local Government   (minimum of 3 units)
  6. Sociocultural Inquiry Requirement  (minimum of 3 units) (may double count with General Education requirements or in the major)
  7. Skills for Student Success  (minimum of 1 unit) and Life-long Learning Skills  (minimum of 1 unit) 

Subsequently, all students must submit an application for graduation and receive approval from the major advisor and department chair. For more information see the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements .

2. Complete the major.


(55 units)

The Major