Bachelor of Arts in Economics (Co-Op)

University of Guelph

The Department of Economics and Finance offers courses in economic theory, applied economics and quantitative methods. Students may take courses leading to a B.A. in the honours. It is possible to combine Economics with various other disciplines such as mathematics and statistics, business administration, political science, geography and history. Students are urged to consult the department's program planning guide and the department's advisors for detailed information about courses and programs and about the course of study most appropriate as preparation for graduate work in economics or business administration, for professional degrees such as the Bachelor's degree in Law, and for careers in business and government.Core RequirementsECON*1050 [0.50] Introductory MicroeconomicsECON*1100 [0.50] Introductory MacroeconomicsECON*2310 [0.50] Intermediate MicroeconomicsECON*2410 [0.50] Intermediate MacroeconomicsECON*2740 [0.50] Economic StatisticsOne of:MATH*1030 [0.50] Business MathematicsMATH*1080 [0.50] Elements of Calculus IMATH*1200 [0.50] Calculus IMajor (Honours Program)A minimum of 9.50 credits in Economics is required, including:The Economics core requirementsECON*2770 [0.50] Introductory Mathematical EconomicsECON*3710 [0.50] Advanced MicroeconomicsECON*3740 [0.50] Introduction to EconometricsECON*3810 [0.50] Advanced MacroeconomicsECON*4710 [0.50] Advanced Topics in MicroeconomicsECON*4810 [0.50] Advanced Topics in MacroeconomicsOne of:ECON*2720 [0.50] Business HistoryECON*3730 [0.50] The Origins of International InequalityECON*4720 [0.50] Topics in Economic History3.00 additional credits in Economics at the 3000 or 4000 level, at least 1.50 of which must be at the 4000 levelPosition yourself as an expert in interesting and puzzling issues of our time, like fluctuations in interest rates and oil prices, or the implications of continental free trade, as an Economics major within Bachelor of Arts. Integrate pure and applied economic theories with modes of thought, techniques and critical analysis drawn from the arts, to prepare for graduate studies and a career in business or government.Sample CareersEconomistStock brokerFinancial consultantMarketing analystCo-Op: To be eligible to continue in the Co-op program, students must meet a minimum 70% cumulative average requirement after second semester, as well as meet all work term requirements. Please refer to the Co-operative Education program policy with respect to work term performance grading, work term report grading and program completion requirements.

Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics