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 KPU's General university admission requirements, including the undergraduate-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:
Year One Admission:
- English 12 with a 'B' (or equivalent)
- Mathematics:
- Minimum grade of 'C' in Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, or Applications of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C+' in Foundations of Mathematics 11 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C-' in Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent)
Year Three Admission:
- 60 credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 (including all 1100- and 2000-level major/minor program requirements).
- Grade of 'C' in all required 1000-and 2000-level courses, including the English writing requirement (ENGL 1100 and one of either ENGL 1202 or 1204, or equivalent).
- Two Quantitative courses (total of six or more credits).
- 12 credits of breadth courses
- Mathematics:
- Minimum grade of 'C' in Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, or Applications of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C+' in Foundations of Mathematics 11 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C-' in Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12 (or equivalent); or
- Minimum grade of 'C+' in the above Two Quantitative courses (three credits of which must be from the Faculty of Science & Horticulture)
- Second language at the Grade 11 level or 6 credits of post-secondary language courses in the same language. Note: Students need only achieve a passing grade to fulfill this requirement. Beginner's or Introductory Language 11 courses are ineligible to meet this requirement. Students who can demonstrate competency in a second language may request an assessment to have this requirement waived.
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:
- 60 credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 (including all 1100- and 2000-level major/minor program requirements).
- Grade of 'C' in all required 1000-and 2000-level courses, including the English writing requirement (ENGL 1100 and one of either ENGL 1202 or 1204, or equivalent).
- Two Quantitative courses (total of six or more credits).
- 12 credits of breadth courses
- Second language at the Grade 11 level or 6 credits of post-secondary language courses in the same language. Note: Students need only achieve a passing grade to fulfill this requirement. Beginner's or Introductory Language 11 courses are ineligible to meet this requirement. Students who can demonstrate competency in a second language may request an assessment to have this requirement waived.
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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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.
