Program Planning in Economics

The Department of Economics offers a broad course of study in economic theory and applied economics. The study of economics is an important foundation for students' general understanding of modern history and society. Barnard major programs in economics also prepare students for graduate work in economics, business, law, public administraton, and international relations, as well as for careers in business, finance, and government. The aims of the programs are: (i) to foster a critical understanding of economics and its relation to other disciplines; and (ii) to develop students' mastery of modern economic theory and its tools of analysis.

Current and Forthcoming Course Offerings:

[ Spring 2009 | Fall 2008 | Spring 2008 | Directory of Classes Online ]

Programs in Economics:

The Economics Department supports four different majors or major tracks.

Descriptions and summaries of requirements for each major or track:

[ Economics | Political Economy | Economics and Mathematics | Economic History | Minor in Economics ]

NOTE: as of September 2008 we are replacing our intro sequence. See:

New Intro courses Econ BC1003, BC1007 with AP/intro sequence table

Calculus/ Mathematics sequence table for Economics Track majors

Senior Requirement:

There are three options for satisfying the senior requirement -- the thesis option, the seminar option and the seminar/thesis option.

Here is a link to the 2008-09 seniior requirement preferences form including seminar descriptions.

Other guidelines and tips:

[ What is the Senior Thesis? | What is a Senior Seminar? | You and Your Thesis Adviser | Research Resources | Tips for Writing the Senior Thesis | Style Requirements for the Senior Thesis | Plagiarism ]

Catalogue Descriptions of Courses Offered in the Economics Department:

[ General and Introductory | Core Theory | Quantitative Methods | Field Electives | Senior Research ]

Other Resources:

[ Forms | Dates | Frequently Asked Questions ]