Undergraduate Programs

The Applied Economics and Statistics curriculum helps the student build a strong understanding of economic principles as applied in agribusiness, community and economic development, and other fields. Courses in applied statistics and quantitative methods help build decision-making and problem solving skills and acquaint the student with tools for data analysis.

The Department administers four emphasis/concentration areas for interested students. In each plan of study, there is an increasing emphasis on globalization and information technology. Students are encouraged to participate on a creative inquiry student research team and to take advantage of an internship and/or study abroad opportunity. All options provide an excellent background for professional or graduate study in several disciplines.

Emphasis Areas

^Agribusiness

^{Core courses focus on
agribusiness management, leadership, marketing and sales, finance,
accounting, and other business skill development.}

^{Community & Economic Development (CED)}

^{Core courses focus on community development methods, regional economic
development, leadership, experiential learning, communication skills,
and behavioral science principles.}

^{Economic & Statistical Analysis (ESA)}

^{Core courses are similar to those for the agribusiness emphasis area with more emphasis placed on quantitative skills.}

^{Environmental & Natural Resources (ENR)}

^{Core courses focus on a broad-based knowledge in
natural resources, development of thoughtful solutions to resource problems, and interpersonal skills.}