Economics-Mathematics
Major offered
Visit the economics department Web page at http://www.stlawu.edu/econ/ ; the mathematics, computer science and statistics department Web page at http://it.stlawu.edu/~math/.
Economics has relied heavily on mathematical analysis
in the development of economic theory, while mathematics
has provided solutions to optimization and control problems
posed by economists. Economists have also used modern statistical
techniques to test their theories, and mathematical statisticians
have developed procedures appropriate for analyzing economic
data. The interdisciplinary major in economics-mathematics
gives students an opportunity to explore the relationship
between these disciplines through a highly structured program
of study.
The objectives of the interdisciplinary major
are:
1. To provide students whose
primary interest is economics an opportunity to study economic
theory and applied economics more thoroughly and more rigorously
than is possible in the usual curriculum.
2. To introduce important areas of economics
and applied mathematics to students whose
primary interest is mathematics or computer science.
3. To provide a background
for students interested in graduate study in economics,
applied mathematics and management science.
4. To provide
training in statistics and econometrics for those entering
directly into employment
upon graduation.
Major Requirements
Economics
100. Introduction
to Economics.*
251. Intermediate
Microeconomic Theory.
252. Intermediate
Macroeconomic Theory.
342. Econometrics.
344. Mathematical
Economics.
Electives at 300-400 level (2)
Mathematics
135. Calculus I.*
136. Calculus II.*
205. Multivariable
Calculus.
217. Linear Algebra.
325. Probability
326. Mathematical Statistics. OR
343. Time Series Analysis.
Electives at the 300-400 level or Math 280 (2)
*These courses may be omitted with advanced placement credit or other advanced standing.
Students considering graduate work in economics are strongly encouraged to take Math 280 and Math 305.
Honors in the interdisciplinary major are awarded in
accordance with University policy on department honors (see Honors
in the Curriculum chapter of this Catalog). Students
interested in the economics-mathematics interdisciplinary major should
consult either the economics or mathematics department.
