COURSE CURRICULUM

The Economics program at Auburn University at Montgomery offers a wide range of courses designed to develop students’ understanding of economic theory, policy analysis, and real-world financial systems. The curriculum begins with introductory courses that provide the basic foundations of economic thinking. Courses such as Economics for a Better Life, Economics I (Microeconomics), and Economics II (Macroeconomics) introduce students to fundamental concepts including supply and demand, market structures, national income, inflation, and government economic policies. Honors versions of these courses are also available for students seeking advanced academic challenges.As students advance in the program, they explore intermediate and specialized areas of economics. Courses such as Intermediate Microeconomics and Intermediate Macroeconomics deepen students’ understanding of consumer behavior, firm decision-making, economic growth, and fiscal and monetary policy. Additional subjects such as Money and Banking, Labor Economics, Industrial Organization, and Public Finance examine the structure and functioning of financial institutions, labor markets, government spending, and corporate competition. Students also gain practical analytical skills through courses like Economic Analysis and Methods and Economic Forecasting and Data Analysis, which focus on statistical tools and data interpretation used in modern economic research.The program also offers courses related to global economic systems and international markets. Subjects such as International Economics, Issues in Global Trade and Finance, International Institutions and Contemporary Trade Policy, and the Chinese Economy allow students to examine global trade relationships, exchange rates, and the impact of economic globalization. These courses prepare students to understand international business environments and global financial markets.Advanced and graduate-level courses provide deeper expertise in fields such as econometrics, financial economics, managerial economics, health economics, and economic policy analysis. Students may also gain practical experience through internships, independent study opportunities, and senior seminars in economics. Overall, the diverse course offerings equip students with analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills necessary for careers in finance, business, government, consulting, and economic research, as well as for further graduate study in economics and related disciplines.