The course planning advice here is limited to completing this major which is just one piece of the overall Hendrix College degree requirements. For a full description of degree requirements see the Catalog.
Possible Degree Path – starting in the first year. The following is a typical major plan for the 12 courses in the major. This is not the only way forward. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| First Year |
Calculus I (MATH 130) |
| Sophomore |
- Principles of Accounting I (BUSI 200)
- Microeconomic Theory (ECON 200)
- Principles of Statistics (BUSI 250)
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- Principles of Accounting II (BUSI 210)
- Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 210)
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If not already completed:
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| Junior |
Adv. Microeconomic Theory (ECON 300, spring)
1-2 Economics major electives at the 300 – level or above |
| Senior |
Econometrics and Forecasting (ECON 400) |
Adv. Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 310)
Senior Capstone |
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If necessary, complete remaining 300-level Economics major electives |
Possible Degree Path – starting in the second year. The following is a typical plan to complete this major. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| First Year |
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| Sophomore |
- Principles of Accounting I (BUSI 200)
- Microeconomic Theory (ECON 200)
- Principles of Statistics (BUSI 250)
|
- Principles of Accounting II (BUSI 210)
- Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 210)
|
|
Calculus I (MATH 130) |
| Junior |
Adv. Microeconomic Theory (ECON 300, spring)
1-2 Economics major electives at the 300 – level or above |
| Senior |
Econometrics and Forecasting (ECON 400) |
Adv. Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 310)
Senior Capstone |
|
If necessary, complete remaining 300-level Economics major electives |
Planning Recommendations: An internship, in a related field, is highly recommended.
Capstone Comments: There are various ways to complete the Capstone requirement. See the Economics and Business catalog page for options.