2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

Economics Minor


Banner Code: ECON

Web: economics.gmu.edu

Economics is an essential tool for understanding the complexities of modern society. Economics analyzes how people with limited resources make choices and how we might make better choices. A minor in economics is an extremely flexible and marketable choice. Whether students primary interest is in business, communications, policy, data management, international studies, or engineering, a minor in economics gives them an additional edge in the workplace.

This program of study is offered by the Department of Economics .

For policies governing all minors, see the Academic Policies  chapter of this catalog.

Course Work


Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.00 overall in coursework applied to the minor. Students must also complete ECON 103 and 104 with a minimum grade of 2.00 (C) in each. A minimum of 9 credits of upper-level economics courses must be taken at Mason.

Four elective courses (12 credits)


Students choose their electives from courses in economics at the 300 or 400 level. ECON 385 may not be used to fulfill this requirement.

With permission of the department chair or undergraduate director, a course in a closely related field may be substituted for 3 credits of economics electives. A course in statistics is highly recommended, and OM 210, or STAT 250 or 344 may be substituted for up to 3 credits of economics electives.

Total: 21 credits