2013-14 University Calendar
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Calendar  2013-14  Faculty of Business  Economics: Bachelor of Arts Minor

Economics: Bachelor of Arts Minor

Description

Economics students begin their first year of studies with courses that provide a foundation in microeconomics and macroeconomics principles. In their second year, students will build on their foundation of economic principles and take two additional economics courses that will broaden their knowledge. Students will be able to select from a number of theory and field courses. Third and fourth year courses will offer specialized topics to provide students with a broad understanding of the discipline.

Students can earn a Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Double Minor by pairing a BA Minor in Economics with a BA Minor in such fields as Anthropology, Criminology, Creative Writing, English, Geography, History, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology.

Career Opportunities

The BA Minor in Economics provides students with a solid understanding of economic principles as well as analytical and problem-solving skills. Training in Economics is an excellent foundation for students who wish to go on to complete advanced professional degrees such as law, community development, or business.

The study of Economics prepares students for careers in banking, financial advising and analysis, stock broking, journalism, real estate, insurance, international trade and diplomacy, teaching, and all levels of government careers.

Program Admission Requirements

In addition to Kwantlen's General university admission requirements, including the undergraduate-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:

Year One Admission:

Year Three Admission:

Qualifying Year

Students who do not qualify upon initial application to KPU may be eligible for entry to the Qualifying Year. Students who possess at least a 'C' in English 12 (or equivalent) and a passing grade in either Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Math 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Applications of Math 12 (or equivalents) will be able to apply for entry to the BA Qualifying Year. Students will be admitted to the BA program in the second year provided they have successfully completed appropriate qualifying courses. Other applicants who do not qualify are encouraged to consult an Educational Advisor for the appropriate qualifying courses that satisfy the application criteria.

Program Continuance Requirements

Current BA students must meet the following requirements to continue into their 3rd year of study. Registration access to third or fourth year courses is first awarded to students who have completed the following:

Program Requirements

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete all requirements in the Bachelor of Arts framework in addition to their major or minor program requirements.

Core Requirements

  ECON 1150 Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits
  ECON 1250 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits

1000-2000 Level

Students will be required to take six more credits in Economics from the courses listed below as well as meet BA entrance requirements in order to apply for the BA Minor in Economics.
  ECON 1110 Making Economic Sense of Life 3 credits
  ECON 2210 Money and Banking 3 credits
  ECON 2255 Globalization in an Economic Framework 3 credits
  ECON 2260 Environmental Economics 3 credits
  ECON 2280 Labour Economics 3 credits
  ECON 2350 Intermediate Microeconomics 3 credits
  BUQU 2100 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics 3 credits

3000-4000 Level

Students will be required to take the fifteen credits in Economics from the courses listed below. Students will be required to take a maximum of twelve credits at the 3000 level and at least three credits at the 4000 level.
  ECON 3100 Economics and Sustainability 3 credits
  ECON 3150 Managerial Economics 3 credits
  ECON 3211 Economic History of Canada 3 credits
  ECON 3251 Women and the Economy 3 credits
  ECON 3270 Industrial Organization 3 credits
  ECON 3333 Introductory Econometrics 3 credits
  ECON 3350 Intermediate Microeconomics II 3 credits
  ECON 3362 Natural Resource Economics 3 credits
  ECON 3450 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3 credits
  ECON 3451 Macroeconomic Policy l 3 credits
  ECON 3455 International Economics 3 credits
  ECON 3555 Economic Development 3 credits
  ECON 4451 Macroeconomic Policy ll 3 credits
  ECON 4700 The Economics of Crime 3 credits
  ECON 4710 Law and Economics 3 credits
  ECON 4900 Special Topics in Economics 3 credits

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of the minor as part of a Bachelor of Arts program, transcripts will indicate a Minor in Economics.

Last Updated: Apr 28, 2014

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