The Business Economics Certificate (BEC) is an innovative program designed to prepare students for successful careers in a rapidly changing economic environment.  The certificate combines a foundation in Economics in the College of Arts and Sciences with a business minor in the Mays Business School, integrating the practical skills taught in business courses with the analytical tools of economics.

This program was closed for new enrollments effective November 8, 2024 and inactivated on January 2, 2025. Students enrolled on November 8, 2024 will be allowed to complete the program contingent upon proper processes and approvals.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
Required courses
ECMT 463	Introduction to Econometrics 1	3
ECMT 475	Economic Forecasting 2,3	3
Prescribed electives
Select two of the following: 3,4		6
ECON 315	Sports Economics
ECON 420	Law and Economics
ECON 425	The Organization of Industry
ECON 426	Economics of Antitrust and Regulation
ECON 433	Energy Markets and Policy
ECON 445	Financial Economics
ECON 449	Economics of Decision-Making Strategy
Total Semester Credit Hours		12

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 Student must complete ECMT 461 or equivalent STAT course (pre-approved by an advisor) prior to ECMT 463.

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ECMT 461 and ECMT 463 are prerequisites for this course.

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ECMT 475 and the required six hours of electives may also be used to satisfy the Economics electives requirement.

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 ECON 323 is a pre-requisite for all 400-level ECON courses.

Students pursing this certificate must also complete a minor in Business Administration (BUAD).