Jun 16, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Economics Minor


Visit the Economics academic program page for more information about the academic experience, who you will learn from, opportunities outside of class and what you can do with this degree.

Visit the Economics department page for contact information, a brief overview of the department and the curricular options.

Admission Criteria


Current UB students seeking admission to the Economics minor should complete the College of Arts and Sciences Major/Minor Change Request Form.

Course Requirements


Three 300/400 level ECO Electives (9 credits)


Excluding ECO 495  , ECO 496  ,ECO 498  , and ECO 499  

Total Credits Required for Minor: 25


Total Credit Hours Required represents the minimum credits needed to complete this program, and may vary based on a number of circumstances. This chart should not be used for financial aid purposes.

Notes:


Academic Requirements


  • A minimum overall GPA of at least 2.000
  • A minimum Economics GPA of 2.500

Transfer Credit Policy

Economics minors must take all 9 credits of upper-level economics electives at UB. Transfer credit may be applied toward the required courses.

Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of the requirements of the undergraduate minor in economics, the student will:

  • have a good working knowledge of the basic principles and terminology of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.
  • be able to read, evaluate, and interpret general economic information.
  • be able to understand and apply basic statistics.
  • have a sound knowledge of the subject areas covered by the elective courses.
  • be able to communicate effectively both in written and oral forms.

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