Mar 16, 2026  
2025-2026 University Catalog 
    
2025-2026 University Catalog

Economics, Mathematical Economics Track, B.A.


A degree in economics enables students to deepen their understanding of the national and world economies as well as to develop economic analysis skills for careers in business, banking, investments, law, and government. The BA in Mathematical Economics will incorporate suitable mathematical, statistical, and programming techniques applicable to modern economic analysis in order to prepare students for graduate school and careers in economic consulting and policymaking.

Program Requirements


Students majoring in Economics, Mathematical Economics Track must complete the University Core Curriculum requirements; pre-requisites for all courses must be satisfied.

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the Mathematical Economics major, students will be able to:

  • Set up, solve, and analyze optimization models.
  • Apply optimization models to consumer, producer, and market theories.
  • Use game theory to analyze the strategic behavior of individuals and firms.
  • Apply the empirical methods used by economists to analyze data to learn about the real world.
  • Use basic econometric methods to conduct statistical inferences; use regression models to estimate causal relationships; and use regression models to make predictions.
  • Critically interpret empirical studies.