Undergraduate Catalog - UMUC Europe

BACHELOR’S DEGREES
Economics within the
General Studies Major
Students may seek either a minor or general studies major
focused on economics. The description and objectives of the
major in general studies may be found on p. 106.
Intended Program Outcomes
The student who graduates with a focus in economics
will be able to
G Utilize economic data to analyze historical and current
trends in the production, consumption, and exchange of
goods and services.
G Communicate effectively orally and in writing with
individuals and with groups to convey ideas and
knowledge and to establish professional competency.
G Develop skills and competencies required for sustainable
professional success.
G Use appropriate resources to research and critically analyze
real world situations.
G Cultivate an awareness of one’s changing relationship to
diverse social, historical, and cultural contexts.
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Degree Requirements
A degree with a major in general studies and a focus in
economics requires the successful completion of 120 credits
of coursework including 30 credits for the major (indicated
by F); 41 credits in general education requirements (GERs);
and 49 credits in the minor, electives; and other degree
requirements. At least 15 credits in the major must be earned
in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).
Requirements for Economics
within the General Studies Major
Coursework for a major in general studies with a
focus in economics includes the following:
G Required foundation courses (6 credits):
ECON 201 and ECON 203
G Required core courses (18 credits):
Chosen from any upper-level ECON courses
G Required statistics course (3 credits):
STAT 200 or STAT 230
G Supplemental major course (3 credits):
Additional ECON or courses related to the
discipline (contact an academic advisor for a list
of approved related courses)
Recommended Sequence
The following course sequence will fulfill all of the
requirements for the BS in general studies with a focus in
economics. Since some recommended courses fulfill more
than one requirement, substituting courses for those listed
may make it necessary to take additional courses to meet
degree requirements. Students should consult an academic
advisor whenever taking advantage of other options.
Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill
general education requirements (in communications, arts
and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and
physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues)
may be found on p. 63.