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  • ECON 1010: Economics as a Social Science

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    General Education course. Provides overview of principles of economics. The economy is analyzed in terms of historical origins and development and current performance and problems, including poverty, pollution, health care, international trade policy, unemployment and recession, inflation, Social Security System, taxation policy, and national debt. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
    ShareECON 1010 - Economics as a Social Science
    General Education Course

  • ECON 1740: US Economic History

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Satisfies American government requirement of General Education. History from colonial times to present. Coverage of U.S. Constitution; national economy; pluralism; ethnicity, race, gender; distribution of wealth and power; social conflict and reform; entrepreneurs, workers, workplace; cultural encounters; popular culture; and U.S. and global affairs. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll General Education Category: American Institutions, Social and Behavioral Sciences
    ShareECON 1740 - US Economic History
    General Education Course

  • ECON 2010: Principles of Microeconomics

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Introduction to basic microeconomic principles: price theory, theory of the firm, trade and comparative advantage, public goods, taxation, welfare economics, and industrial organization. Public policy with regard to the environment, consumer protection, and other problems is also examined. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
    ShareECON 2010 - Principles of Microeconomics
    General Education Course

  • ECON 2020: Principles of Macroeconomics

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Introduces measurements of national economic performances: GDP, and interest, inflation and unemployment rates. Develops a model to describe the economic situation, and to present the options available to policy makers. Discusses the institutions and constraints that frame policy. International economic issues and the relation of the U.S. economy to the global economy are then examined. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): None General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences
    ShareECON 2020 - Principles of Macroeconomics
    General Education Course

  • ECON 2500: Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    An introduction to applied quantitative methods for business and economics. Spreadsheets are used extensively as a modeling tool. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): MATH 1040 and (MATH 1050 or adequate test score within the last two [2] years) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Prerequisite Test: ACT Math Subscore or Accuplacer College-Level Math or ALEKS - Prerequisite Test Score: 26 or 100 or 75 Prerequisite Can Be Concurrent? MATH 1040 Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    MATH 1040 ( A MATH 1050 O O O )
    ShareECON 2500 - Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics

  • ECON 3010: Managerial Economics

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Managerial economics applies microeconomic analysis to the management of the firm. Using economic theory, statistical analysis, and optimization methods, students solve management problems relating to pricing, production and distribution, innovation and technological change, and cost. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): MATH 1040 and (MATH 1100 or MATH 1210 or ECON 2500) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    MATH 1040 ( A MATH 1100 O MATH 1210 O ECON 2500 )
    ShareECON 3010 - Managerial Economics

  • ECON 3020: Macroeconomics for Business Decisions

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Explores the macroeconomics environment within which business decisions are made. Source data is used to obtain measures of the economy. Macroeconomic theory underlying the conduct of monetary and fiscal policy is analyzed. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): [ECON 2010 and ECON 2020 and MATH 1040 and (MATH 1100 or MATH 1210 or ECON 2500)] or approved minor in department - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ECON 2010 A ECON 2020 A MATH 1040 ( A MATH 1100 O MATH 1210 O ECON 2500 )
    ShareECON 3020 - Macroeconomics for Business Decisions

  • ECON 3150: Principles of Econometrics

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    An introduction to the basic statistical methods used to estimate and analyze quantifiable economic relationships with an applied emphasis. The primary focus is on the classical linear regression model and violations of its assumptions. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010 and ECON 2020 and MATH 1040 and (MATH 1100 or MATH 1210 or ECON 2500) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ECON 2010 A ECON 2020 A MATH 1040 ( A MATH 1100 O MATH 1210 O ECON 2500 )
    ShareECON 3150 - Principles of Econometrics

  • ECON 3170: Decision Modeling

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    An introduction to the fundamental methods of operations research/management science. Emphasis is on applied business decision modeling. Topics include linear, integer, and nonlinear programming; decision analysis; and simulation. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010 and ECON 2020 and MATH 1040 and (MATH 1100 or MATH 1210 or ECON 2500) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ECON 2010 A ECON 2020 A MATH 1040 ( A MATH 1100 O MATH 1210 O ECON 2500 )
    ShareECON 3170 - Decision Modeling

  • ECON 3210: International Economics and Finance

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This class explores broad issues in international trade and shows how related policy choices impact the economy. Students will learn how and why trade benefits the economy as a whole, but can also negatively impact certain groups within the economy. A major focus of the course is on the determinants of currency-exchange rates and the risks business entities face due to fluctuations in exchange rates. Similarly, the class examines the tools companies use to hedge against this risk and describes how basic financial tools can be adjusted to account for exchange-rate expectations and differential tax rates in international project valuation. Because it covers a significant portion of the CFA curriculum, this course is essential for students interested in obtaining the CFA credential. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010 and ECON 2020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ECON 2010 A ECON 2020
    ShareECON 3210 - International Economics and Finance