Economics

Economics studies the forces that determine prices and quantities in demand and supply for commodities and services. The study of individual markets is called micro-economics. The study of the economy as a whole is called macro-economics and is concerned with national income, employment, production, price levels, distribution, finance, and trade. Economic policy studies the intervention of governments ranging from regulatory activities in individual markets to general measures for stabilizing and steering the economy at large. The effects of alternative economic systems on the welfare of the population is a core concern in all branches of economics.

Lower Division Requirements and Prerequisites for the Economics Major

(prerequisites indicated by asterisks)

Note: Enrollment limits are in effect for the Economics major.

Many factors, including grade-point average, are considered in determining admission to the major. Before declaring the major, students should complete:

the L&S reading and composition requirement,

and must complete:

one year of calculus (Mathematics 1A*-1B* or Mathematics 16A*-16B*) and one semester of statistics (Statistics 20,* 21,* 21X,* 25,* or upper division equivalent) (At least one semester of the required calculus/statistics must be completed while in residence at Berkeley),
Economics 1* or 2*,

and

either Economics 100A* or 100B* or 101A.*

Note: Please review this important information about capped majors.

Departmental Contact

Jenny Cornet
549 Evans #3880
543 Evans (in person)
(510) 642-6674
jenny@econ.berkeley.edu

Ginnie Sadil-Roddie
547 Evans (in person)
(510) 642-1966
gsadil@econ.berkeley.edu

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Lower Division Requirements and Prerequisites for the Economics Major

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