Welcome to the

Department of Economics

Dr. Daniel M. Lomba, Chair

Hunt Hall Room 115

Phone: 508-531-1716

What’s in it for you?

The Department of Economics offers a Bachelor of

Science (B.S.) in Economics and a Minor in Economics.

A strong background in economic theory will prepare

students for entry into fields such as banking, finance,

business, politics and real estate.

A degree in economics will prepare students for graduate

study in economics, law, business, and political

science.

Overview

The major in economics is a comprehensive program

which involves students in learning:

Many aspects of the economy

Problem solving techniques

Compare

Major Minor

ECON 101 Principles of Microeconomics* 3 3

ECON 102 Principles of Macroeconomics* 3 3

ECON 201 Intermediate Microeconomic 3 3

ECON 205 Intermediate Macroeconomic 3 3

ECON 210 Statistics for Economics and Business* 3 3

300-level or higher economics courses 15 9

Total Credits Required 30 24

* Also required for most Business degrees

Research, Clubs, Internships,

Co-Curricular Opportunities

•Our faculty is involved in research on the topics of economics of

education, tax policy, crime, behavioral economics, and the

environment.

•Economics Club and Fed Challenge

•Internships are available. Many students have participated in

internships for credit at various institutions. Career Services can

provide lists of active opportunities or students can work with faculty to

arrange personalized internships.

•Students may take courses abroad for credit with prior approval.

•A strong relationship with the Canadian Studies Program offers study

abroad opportunities and other international experiences.

Individual Attention

•Each student in the Economics Department is assigned to a faculty

member for advising purposes.

•Students are encouraged to maintain a close relationship with their

advisors throughout their university experience.

•Each faculty member provides the help and encouragement needed

for the student to be successful. The level of interaction is up to the

student and the faculty advisor.

Recommended Courses for

New Students

New to economics:

ECON101 Principles of Microeconomics

or

ECON102 Principles of Macroeconomics

Transfer with principles completed:

ECON210 Statistics for Economics and Business

and

ECON201 or ECON205 (Intermediate Micro or Macro)

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Fall 2026 •ECON201

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Spring 2027 •ECON205

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Fall 2027 •ECON3xx

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Spring 2028 •ECON3xx

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Fall 2028 •ECON3xx

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Spring 2029* •ECON3xx

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* Graduate!

Be Proactive and Get Organized

•Create a plan

•Register for courses you need to catch up

•Get transfer credits taken care of soon

•Attend class ON DAY ONE if you plan to request a late add from

professor

•Get involved…you will get more out of the experience