The Department of Mathematical Sciences at HPU offers a B.S. in mathematical economics for students wishing to study the deep interplay between mathematics and economic theory. Techniques mastered in mathematics and statistics courses provide the tools necessary to gain a rich understanding of economic models and the confidence to apply mathematics to real world applications.
Courses leading to a B.S. in mathematical economics will provide sufficient depth to prepare students for a variety of careers requiring quantitative and analytical skills in business, finance and government. Such professions include, but are not limited to:
Students with degrees in mathematical economics are needed in these industries:
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 56 |
| University Core Requirements | 36-44 |
| Electives | 28-36 |
| Total | 128 |
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 2010 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ECO 2050 | Principles of Microeconomics | 4 |
| ECO 3030 | Intermediate Macroeconomics | 4 |
| ECO 3050 | Intermediate Microeconomics | 4 |
| FIN 3010 | Financial Management | 4 |
| MTH 1410 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MTH 1420 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MTH 2350 | Math for Data Analytics | 4 |
| MTH 3410 | Differential Equations | 4 |
| STS 2610, STS 2910 | Business Statistics and Analysis or Introduction to Statistical Analysis with SAS Applications | 4 |
| STS 3110 | Intermediate Statistical Analysis | 4 |
| STS 3250 | Time Series and Forecasting | 4 |
| Two ECO electives at the 3000 level or above or MTH 4910, MTH 4920 and one ECO elective at the 3000 level or above (8) | ||
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