This course explores the microeconomic and macroeconomic principles that underpin financial literacy, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making in personal finance. In this class, students will learn how to apply economic thinking to real-world financial situations and develop the skills necessary to make sound financial decisions. Specifically, students will learn how to use economic theories and concepts to make informed decisions about budgeting, cash flow management, maximizing their earnings potential, tax planning, obtaining and using credit, saving and investments, insurance and risk management, and retirement. The course will emphasize the importance of understanding the broader economic context when developing and implementing financial plans.

This principles of economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze economic aggregates and evaluate economic policies.

This principles of economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze the structure and performance of the market economy.

This course examines monetary economics and the role of financial intermediaries in economic organizations.

This course introduces economic aspects of labor organizations, wage theory, labor relations, and legislation. Equivalent Course: MGMT 3145.

This course provides students with an understanding of the United States’ health care system. The course provides students with knowledge of the characteristics and the incentives of the production and consumption of health care. Students will gain exposure to the analytical tools used to evaluate health policy and management options.

This course explores major economic developments in the United States from colonial times.

This course examines the basic principles of real estate ownership, economic value, mortgage financing, valuation, subdividing, and legislation pertaining to real estate. Equivalent Course: FINC 3145.

Prerequisite: Junior standing. An introduction to personal finance and money management to promote the economic viability of individuals and families.Topics covered include budgeting, credit and debt management, saving, insurance, asset valuation and acquisition, and retirement planning.

This course prepares students to understand and apply economic principles to the analysis of international economic issues facing business, political leaders, and consumers.

Prerequisite(s): ECON 2105 with a minimum grade of C