The Department of Mathematics and the Department of Economics offer a joint major leading to a bachelor of science degree in mathematical economics. This interdisciplinary program offers the student an opportunity to apply mathematical methods to the development of economic theory, models, and quantitative analysis. The major has the following course requirements:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MTH 112 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry II | 4 |
| MTH 113 | Multivariable Calculus | 4 |
| MTH 121 | Linear Algebra I | 3 |
| MTH 254 | Optimization Theory | 3 |
| ECN 150 | Introduction to Economics | 3 |
| ECN 210 | Intermediate Mathematical Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECN 211 | Intermediate Mathematical Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ECN 215 | Econometric Theory and Methods | 3 |
| ECN 318 | Advanced Topics in Mathematical Economics | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Discrete Dynamical Systems | ||
| Game Theory | ||
| Market Design | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Monetary Theory and Policy | ||
| Financial Markets | ||
| International Finance | ||
| Topics in Macroeconomics | ||
| Macroeconomic Models | ||
| Select two additional courses with the approval of the program advisers | 6 | |
Students selecting the joint major must receive permission from both the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Economics. Prior to declaring the major, students must have a minimum grade B- or AP credit in ECN 150 and MTH 112, or else have permission from both the Department of Economics and Department of Mathematics. Graduation requirements include a grade of at least a C- in MTH 113, MTH 121, ECN 210 and ECN 211.