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What kinds of jobs can I apply for with an economics major?

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The following is a sample of job titles that could be filled by economics majors (but note that this list is by no means exhaustive): Actuary * Advertising Executive * Auditor * Bank Officer * Bond Trader * Business Forecaster * Business Manager * College Professor * Cost Analyst * Credit Analyst / Loan Officer * Demographer * Entrepreneur * Estate Planner * Financial Planner/Analyst * Financial Officer * Government Administrator * Healthcare Administrator * Human Resources Administrator * Indus.

Can I apply to the Economics Major in Summer?

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YESThe department accepts applications during the first four weeks of fall, spring, and summer terms. The deadlines will be posted on the departmental website, and application forms and instructions can be found at http://emlab.berkeley.edu/econ/ugrad/prospective.shtml.

Why major in Economics?

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Many companies like to hire economics majors because of their broad knowledge about the economy and the world. Economics majors learn about philosophy, history, mathematics, political science, sociology, and statistics, as well as business. They learn to think analytically, rigorously and critically, and to communicate effectively.

Can I double major in Economics and Managerial Economics?

Department of Economics
No, since there are too many classes that overlap. It is possible to petition to double major in these two fields directly to the Deans Office of the College of Letters and Science, but very few students are approved.

Can I major in Economics and minor in Managerial Economics?

Department of Economics
If you have taken ARE 100A and ARE 100B for the ECN 100, only ARE 100A will be allowed for the overlap class. ARE 100B will be considered a required class for the ECN major. Effective Fall 2005, before petitioning for a minor in Manegerial Economics, a student must complete the following lower division courses with a combined grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.80. All of these courses must be taken for a letter grade.

What courses have already been approved for the Economics major?

Department of Economics
Here you will find a list of EAP Universities. Listed next to the EAP University is the maximum number of units the Economics major will accept toward major requirements. Courses listed from these universities show equivalent UCD courses and also courses not approved for major credit (no credit allowed).

What courses can I take if I have not declared Economics as my major yet?

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With the exception of ECON 145, none of the upper or lower division courses require that you are a declared major. However, if you are planning to major/minor in Economics, it is highly recommended that you seek advice on your coursework as soon as possible.

Do I need to be a finance or economics major?

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Not necessarily. To qualify for the Retail LDP, potential candidates must have completed at least a bachelor's degree in any major. To qualify for the centralized LDP, potential candidates must have completed at least a bachelor's degree in a business-related major.

Should I major in economics or business?

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The BBA program offers 3 focused business majors - Finance, International Business and Actuarial Studies ? within a strong liberal arts framework. The Investments track in the Finance major and the Actuarial Studies major prepare our students to pass the required exams for these professions.

Added 01/03) Question: I have a Doctorate in Mathematics Education. Am I eligible to apply?

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Answer: Yes. NSF supports educational research both through the Education and Human Resources (EHR) Directorate and also through all of the other Directorates. However, a person with a Ph.D or Ed.D. in education will probably be conducting research that is more applicable to the Education and Human Resources Directorate.

Can I read this as a first major with Mathematics or Applied Mathematics as a second major?

NUS: Department of Mathematics
Yes. However, the course structure for this major is very packed due to its multidisciplinary nature. As such, you would have time disadvantage if you were to read such a combination. If you insist on reading such a combination, note that only the three modules - MA1101R, MA1102R, MA1104/MA1104S - and at most two other modules may be used to satisfy both major requirements. This is only applicable for students reading this double major combination under the old structure.

What is the difference between major in mathematics and major in applied mathematics?

NUS: Department of Mathematics
Both majors share common essential modules that are compulsory. These provide the basic background knowledge in mathematics. For major in mathematics, you would study topics such as algebra, analysis, geometry and topology which focus more on foundations, theory, and proving techniques. For major in applied mathematics, you would focus on mathematics that deals with applications, problem solving techniques and algorithms.

How do I apply for the economics scholarship?

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The Levy Economics Institute Scholarship is a discretionary scholarship awarded to academically outstanding high school seniors who show a keen interest in pursuing the study of economics. There is no specific application form for this scholarship but students who wish to be considered for a Levy Scholarship should clearly state their area of interest in their application.

Question: I have a Doctorate in Mathematics Education. Am I eligible to apply?

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Answer: Yes. NSF supports educational research both through the Directorate for Education and Human Resources (EHR) and also through all of the other Directorates. However, a person with a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in education will probably be conducting research that is more applicable to the EHR Directorate.

Can I do a Major or a Minor in Economics with my Specialist in Management?

Department of Management: Frequently Asked Questions
A Starting May 2007, you may not enrol in a Major or a Minor program in Economics while being in a Specialist in Management. But, if you like economics, we have lots of courses available to take while being enrolled in the BBA. Economics courses are included within the program requirements for the Specialist in Management. Students are welcome to take more than the minimum economics requirements.

Can I double major in Economics and International Relations?

Department of Economics
Only two classes can overlap between the two majors. Eg., in IRE Track 1 (World Trade and Development) ECN 100 and ECN 101 will be the two overlap classes. ECN 160A and ECN 160B will be for IRE major only and cannot be counted to satisfy ECN requirements.

Will all the business courses count toward the Economics major?

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Yes, all business courses except Bus. 385 will count toward the economics major. BBA majors, as noted above, will receive priority in registering for Bus. 300 level courses.

If I register for a major in mathematics or applied mathematics, would I be rejected?

NUS: Department of Mathematics
If you are admitted to the Faculty of Science and you have A-level mathematics, you would have satisfied the prerequisites for reading either of these majors. You may simply choose either of these majors during the online registration of modules. Yes, you may still read a second major in Mathematics as long as you have the prerequisites to read the required mathematics modules.

Can I double major in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics with Quantitative Finance?

NUS: Department of Mathematics
Yes. However, the course structure for Quantitative Finance is very packed due to its multidisciplinary nature. As such, you would have time disadvantage if you were to read such a combination. If you insist on reading such a combination, note that only the three modules - MA1101R, MA1102R, MA1104/MA1104S - and at most two other modules may be used to satisfy both major requirements. This is only applicable for students reading this double major combination under the old structure.
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