Economics
The degree program in Economics is offered by the Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts.
The curriculum in Economics is designed to respond to a growing demand for students of economics who are rigorously trained in mathematical methods of analysis. The Rose-Hulman program gives students a broad background in economic analysis and an ability to use sophisticated analytical techniques in their thinking and decision-making. The quantitative training prepares the graduate for further graduate study or for economic analysis work in government or industry.
Students may also obtain a degree with a double major in Economics and another field: mathematics, computer science, etc.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon graduating, Rose-Hulman Economics majors will be able to:
- explain core economic terms, concepts and theories
- use economic theory to define, analyze and solve a wide range of problems.
- collect, process, and interpret data using econometric techniques and statistical inference, especially to test hypotheses and support recommended actions.
- communicate complex economics topics in both oral and written form.
- independently undertake in-depth economic analysis.
Each student’s plan of study must satisfy the following minimum requirements:
- 24 credits of required Economics courses:
- ECON S151 Introduction to Microeconomics
- ECON S152 Introduction to Macroeconomics
- ECON S251 Intermediate Microeconomics
- ECON S252 Intermediate Macroeconomics
- ECON S451 Econometrics
- ECON S458 Seminar for Economics Major
- ECON S459 Directed Studies: Economics Senior Project
- 20 additional credits in Economics electives.
- 27 credits in required Mathematics courses:
- MA111, 112, 113 Calculus I, II, III
- MA211, 212 Differential Equations, and Matrix Algebra and Systems of Differential Equations
- MA223 Engineering Statistics I or MA381 Introduction to Probability
- 12 additional credits in mathematics or biomathematics other than MA351-356.
- 36 credits in Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each student must fulfill the HSSA graduation requirements.
- 24 credits in Physical or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Geology and Physics), with at least four credits each in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- 4 credits in Engineering Management
- 4 credits in Computer Science: CSSE 120
- RHIT 100 (1 credit)
SUMMARY | Credits |
---|---|
Economics | 44 |
Mathematics | 39 |
Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts | 36 |
Physical or Life Science | 24 |
Engineering Management | 4 |
Computer Science | 4 |
Free Electives | 40 |
Other: | |
RHIT 100 | 1 |
TOTAL | 192 |
Plan of Study
Total credits required: 192
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