OVERVIEW OF DEGREE REQUIREMENTS - B.A.
Minimum number of credits required to graduate: 120
Minimum Cumulative GPA required to graduate: 2.0
Minimum Grade requirements for courses to count toward major: A “C-” or better is required in all Economic Core Courses. A “C” or better is required in the capstone (ECO 475, ECO 489, HON 498/499 or equivalent)
Other GPA requirements to graduate: Economics (ECO) coursework must be completed with a 2.0 or better cumulative average.
Required Course(s) for fulfilling Capstone Experience: ECO 475, ECO 489, HON 498/499 or equivalent
Contact Information: School of Economics, 200 Winslow Hall, (207) 581-3154.
Programs in the School of Economics provide students with knowledge of economic principles and theory, skills to apply and share this knowledge, and tools to solve real-world problems. The faculty of the School of Economics taps a broad set of experiences, perspectives, and specializations that provide students with diverse learning opportunities. Economics courses emphasize the application of economic reasoning to public and private decision-making, focus on US and international economic institutions, and address contemporary policy issues. This is coupled with accounting and business finance courses within the Maine Business School giving students well-rounded skill set in terms of both economic theory and applied business practice. Students in the program develop strong analytical, communication, and critical-thinking skills–skills that are essential to successful career pathways and graduate study in diverse fields, including economics, business, finance, government, law, public policy, international affairs, data science, journalism, and beyond.
The Bachelor of Arts in Financial Economics trains students in economic analysis, the functioning of economic institutions, and applied business skills. The major offers students with valuable preparation for a variety of career paths. Students may design their programs of study for: (1) immediate entry upon graduation into business, government, or other employment or (2) graduate education leading to a business administration or law degree.
The Bachelor of Arts in Financial Economics emphasizes more breadth over depth relative to the Bachelor of Science. Students take slightly fewer economics courses but are REQUIRED to complete a minor and/or double major. This is because the School of Economics believes strongly in interdisciplinary work and that economics is well suited for applied work in other fields.
Students are required to work with their advisors on selecting appropriate economics electives in addition to the required economics and business core. Some outside courses with a partial focus on economics to business may be counted as electives with prior approval. Students are also encouraged to discuss career or graduate school preparation with their advisor.
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