Applied Mathematics Major: Economics Option (B.S.)

Program Overview

This four-year program combines mathematics and economics, providing a strong foundation in calculus, statistics, and econometrics. Students develop analytical and problem-solving skills through coursework in multidimensional calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra. The program prepares graduates for careers in fields such as data analysis, financial modeling, and economic research.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year 1

• Fall:
• MATH 425: Calculus I (4 credits)
• ECON 401: Principles of Economics (Macro) (4 credits)
• Discovery Course (4 credits)
• Inquiry Course (4 credits)
• MATH 400: Freshman Seminar (1 credit)
• Spring:
• MATH 426: Calculus II (4 credits)
• MATH 445 or IAM 550: Mathematics and Applications with MATLAB or Introduction to Engineering Computing (4 credits)
• ECON 402: Principles of Economics (Micro) (4 credits)
• ENGL 401: First-Year Writing (4 credits)

Year 2

• Fall:
• MATH 528: Multidimensional Calculus (4 credits)
• MATH 531: Mathematical Proof (4 credits)
• PHYS 407: General Physics I (4 credits)
• ECON 605: Intermediate Microeconomic Analysis (4 credits)
• Spring:
• MATH 527: Differential Equations with Linear Algebra (4 credits)
• MATH 539: Introduction to Statistical Analysis (4 credits)
• ECON 611: Intermediate Macroeconomic Analysis (4 credits)
• Discovery Course (4 credits)

Year 3

• Fall:
• MATH 645: Linear Algebra for Applications (4 credits)
• MATH 739: Applied Regression Analysis (4 credits)
• ECON or DS Elective Course (4 credits)
• Discovery Course (4 credits)
• Spring:
• ECON 726: Introduction to Econometrics (4 credits)
• 700-level MATH Elective Course (4 credits)
• Discovery Course (4 credits)
• Writing Intensive Course (4 credits)

Year 4

• Fall:
• MATH 753: Introduction to Numerical Methods I (4 credits)
• MATH 755: Probability with Applications (4 credits)
• Discovery Course (4 credits)
• Elective Course (4 credits)
• Spring:
• MATH 797 or MATH 798 or MATH 799: Senior Seminar or Senior Project or Senior Thesis (4 credits)
• Writing Intensive Course (4 credits)