Applied Statistics I (4 credits)

Introduces the tools of statistical analysis. Combines theory with extensive data collection and computer-assisted laboratory work. Develops an attitude of mind accepting uncertainty and variability as part of problem analysis and decision-making. Topics include: exploratory data analysis and data transformation, hypothesis testing and the analysis of variance, simple and multiple regression with residual and influence analyses.

Calculus I (4 credits)

Introduces differential and integral calculus. Develops the concepts of calculus as applied to polynomials, logarithmic, and exponential functions. Topics include: limits, derivatives, techniques of differentiation, applications to extrema and graphing; the definite integral; the fundamental theorem of calculus, applications; logarithmic and exponential functions, growth and decay; partial derivatives. Appropriate for students in the biological, management, computer and social sciences.

Financial Accounting (3 credits)

Introduces the basics of financial accounting and reporting for corporations. Studies how to measure and record accounting data and prepare financial statements. Emphasizes the effects of transactions on the financial condition of a company and explores the technical aspects of the principles underlying published financial statements.

Principles of Microeconomics (3 credits)

Focuses on the role played by relative market prices in our society and on the forces of market demand and supply in determining these prices. Since the actions of consumers and firms underlie supply and demand , the course studies in detail the behavior of these two groups.

Principles of Macroeconomics (3 credits)

Examines the determinants of the levels of national income, employment, rates of interest, and prices. Studies in detail the instruments of monetary and fiscal policy, highlighting the domestic and international repercussions of their implementation.

Introduction to International Economic Relations (3 credits)

Deals with the mechanisms of international trade and finance. Topics covered include the theory of trade, commercial policy, the international monetary system, the balance of payments adjustments process, regional economic integration, and the role of international organizations in international economic relations.

Intermediate Microeconomics (3 credits)

Uses the concepts of formal economic analysis to study topics ranging from the theory of consumer behavior to the formation of market demand, economics of the firm, pricing under competition and monopoly, income distribution, general equilibrium, and welfare economics. Emphasizes the application of various theoretical constructs in the analysis and interpretation of problems encountered in the real world.

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Quantitative Intermediate Microeconomics (3 credits)

Uses calculus to study topics such as the theory of consumer behavior, the formation of market demand, economics of the firm, pricing under competition and monopoly, general equilibrium, welfare economics and various types of market failure. This course covers essentially the same material as EC 310.

Intermediate Macroeconomics (3 credits)

Studies in depth factors influencing aggregate supply and demand, inflation, unemployment, interest rates, and international payments. Develops an analytic framework for the purpose of investigating the interrelationships among principal macroeconomic aggregates. Discusses current issues and controversies regarding macroeconomic policies.