Economics Minor
Michael Daley, Ph.D.
Program Director, Economics
Associate Professor, College of Business
mdaley@une.edu
Mission
The College of Business at the University of New England is a caring and collaborative community that offers a student-centered and technology-driven education. Emphasizing experiential learning, our ecosystem equips graduates with essential skills and knowledge for successful careers through industry-focused programs that promote innovation, teamwork, ethical leadership, a global perspective, and social responsibility.
Minor Description
An Economics minor provides essential skills to analyze how economic forces shape industries, policies, and societal challenges.
With an Economics minor, you will:
- Evaluate how macroeconomic trends and policies influence funding and access in areas like healthcare, education, and conservation.
- Apply microeconomic principles to improve resource management, public health initiatives, and environmental sustainability.
- Leverage data-driven tools to address real-world issues, such as school funding, healthcare disparities, and environmental policy.
An Economics minor equips you with critical thinking skills and a broader perspective, enhancing your career prospects in any field.
Students in majors outside of Economics may declare a minor in Economics with approval from the program director.
Curricular Requirements
The Economics minor requires a total of eighteen (18) credits, divided into six (6) credits of required courses and twelve (12) credits of program-specific electives.
| Program Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUEC 203 – Macroeconomics | 3 |
| BUEC 204 – Microeconomics | 3 |
| Four (4) Program Specific Electives (see below) | 12 |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 18 |
|---|
| Program Specific Electives | Credits |
|---|---|
| BUEC 365 – Evolution of Economic Theory | 3 |
| BUEC 370 – Money Credit and Banking | 3 |
| BUEC 375 – International Trade and Finance | 3 |
| BUEC 380 – Economic Development of the U.S. | 3 |
| BUEC 385 – Health Economics | 3 |
| BUEC 390/ENV 324 – Environmental Economics | 3 |
| BUEC 395 – Ecological Economics | 3 |
| PSC 322 – International Political Economy | 3 |
Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.