EC 611 The Macroeconomics of Financial Markets     (3 credits)

Pre-Req: (GR 522, GR 522D, or GR 522P) and (GR 525, GR 525D, GR 525P, or FI 625)

This course explores the links between the macroeconomy and financial markets. The course begins by developing a model of the macroeconomy. It will then cover the basic asset valuation models. The remainder of the semester will explore how changes in the macroeconomy affect stock, bond, foreign exchange and derivatives markets, as well as how these markets in turn impact the macroeconomy.

Typically Offered: Spring

EC 700 Directed Study in Economics     (3 credits)

A Directed Study is designed for highly qualified students who, under the direction of a member of the sponsoring academic department, engage in an agreed-upon in-depth independent examination, investigation or analysis of a specialized topic.

Typically Offered: As needed

EC 701 Internship in Business Economics     (3 credits)

This course affords students the opportunity to enhance self-realization and direction by integrating classroom study with experience in vocational learning situations. It requires development of a study plan to identify students' professional goals and to demonstrate how these goals can be enhanced through an internship experience. The course includes regular meetings in which students discuss issues and business problems related to their work experience, and defend proposed solutions before fellow students and the internship coordinator.

Typically Offered: As needed

EC 799 Experimental Course in EC     (3 credits)

Experimental courses explore curriculum development, with specific content intended for evolution into a permanent course. Topics may be offered twice before it becomes a permanent course. Students may repeat experimental courses with a different topic for credit.

Typically Offered: As needed