Academic Catalog 2025-2026

Economics, Minor

 Program Description

The Minor in Economics is designed for students majoring in all fields who wish to acquire a basic knowledge of economics, fundamental skills for functional citizenship in modern societies and for students interested in social sciences.

The program focuses on basic micro, macro, environments, international trade and finance development. Students will engage in applied, hands on active learning to develop the skills needed in business making decisions. The program will provide resources for students to advance in their careers via networking events, panel discussions, tutoring, and applied research topics and cases. The program will offer flexible instruction via online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses.

The minor in economics offers the possibility of acquiring computer and data analysis skills, with the objective of engaging in discussion about important social phenomena, relevant in diverse labor posts in both public and private sectors.

Requirements

The program is 18-month Program (18 units).

Required Courses (9 units)

ECO 210Economic Theory 1A Micro3
ECO 230Statistics For Economists3
ECO 211Economic Theory 1B Macro (Required Courses)3

Elective Courses (Any 9 units of the proposed elective courses)

ECO 322Money And Banking3
ECO 330Labor Economics3
ECO 340International Trade Thry3
ECO 341International Finance3
ECO 345Economic Development3