University General Course Catalog 2025-2026
Economics, B.A. and Journalism, B.A. Dual Degree
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The Bachelor of Arts in Economics is designed to prepare students for positions as economic and statistical analysts in business, government and nonprofit organizations, and for the teaching profession. In addition, it provides a strong foundation for graduate study and research in the fields of economics, business, public policy and law. Students choosing a Bachelor of Arts in Economics often consider a dual major with other programs.
https://www.unr.edu/degrees/economics/ba
The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Journalism helps students turn their passion for storytelling into careers in news and documentary, advertising and public relations, film and media production, Spanish-language media and visual communication. The school balances enduring values of fair and ethical communication with emerging practices and new technologies. Students prepare for the professional world with experiential learning in the school’s own production centers and agencies as well as with its media partners. Our alumni make a difference in their communities and across the world through the stories they tell and the causes they support.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to: - demonstrate mastery of fundamental economic knowledge. (QR)
- possess analytical and critical thinking skills. (CT, QR)
- effectively communicate within business environment, government, and non-profit environments. (C)
- recognize, evaluate and resolve ethical issues, both personally and organizationally. (CT)
- develop a global business perspective and operate effectively in a globalized world. (C, CT)
- develop skills and knowledge to conduct business and public policy internationally. (C, CT)
Transfer to the University of Nevada, Reno
Use the transfer agreement and the degree planner (available by clicking  at the top right of this page) to build your plan for graduation with your advisor. Course substitutions not identified on the transfer agreement require UNR advisor approval. If a major-to-major transfer agreement is not available for your transfer institution, please check the General Core agreement if available. If neither is available, access Transferology to assist in your planning. Graduation Requirements
- Total Units | 120
- Cumulative GPA | 2.0
- University GPA | 2.0
- Major GPA | 2.0
- Residency Requirement | 30 Upper-Division Units at UNR
- Major Residency Requirement | 15 Upper-Division Units in the major at UNR
- Upper-Division Requirement | 40 Upper-Division Units
- Business Course Time Limit | Coursework used to complete College of Business and Major requirements must have been completed within the 10 years prior to the year of graduation.
I. University General Education Requirements (24-30 units)
NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy .” Students in this major must meet all Silver Core Objectives (CO1 through CO14). Courses satisfying Core Objectives are designated (e.g., CO9) in General Catalog curricula and course description. A. Composition & Communication; Critical Analysis & Use of Information (3-6 units) - CO1, CO3
B. Quantitative Reasoning (3-6 units) - CO2
C. Physical & Natural Phenomena (6 units minimum) - CO4, CO4L
Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter for a list of approved CO4 /CO4L courses. D. Cultures, Societies, & Individuals (3 units) - CO6
E. Artistic Composition, Interpretation, & Expression (3 units) - CO7
Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter for a list of approved CO7 courses. JOUR 162 is preferred. F. History & Culture; Constitution (6 units) - CO5, CO8
Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter in this catalog. II. Additional Core Requirements (6 units maximum)
Students must take courses that satisfy the following Core Objectives. Some or all of these Core Objectives may be satisfied in the Major Requirements (Section IV). Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter in this catalog. A. Science, Technology & Society - CO9
B. Diversity & Equity - CO10
Choose one course; the following courses count in the major requirement: C. Global Contexts - CO11
Choose one course; the following courses count in the major requirement: D. Ethics - CO12
Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter for a list of approved CO12 courses. E. Capstone Integration & Synthesis - CO13
Choose one course; the following courses count in the major requirement: F. Application - CO14
Choose one course; the following recommended courses count in the major requirement: III. Additional College Requirements (27-41units)
A. Pre-Business Core (12 units)
B. Journalism Lower Core (12 units)
C. Foreign Language (0-14 units)
Successful completion of the foreign language requirement may be accomplished through one of three options: - complete a fourth semester college course in a foreign language or in American Sign Language;
- demonstrate proficiency through placement examination or other means determined by the Department of World Languages and Literatures, including minimum CBAPE, SAT II, or IB scores; or
- participate in a Studies Abroad program pre-approved by the Department of World Languages and Literatures to meet the foreign language requirement.
Select one writing course (3 units)
Select One IV. Econ Major Requirements (27 units)
At least 9 units in the Economics major must be taken at the 400 level. A. Required economics courses (18 units)
I. Select one International Economics course (3 units)
II. Select one Economics History course (3 units)
B. Economics electives numbered 300 - 499 (9 units)
V. Journalism Major Requirements (24 units)
Journalism Upper Core (12 units)
Journalism electives numbered 300 - 499 (12 units)
VI. Minor Requirements (0 units)
VII. Electives (9-12 units)
Additional electives as necessary to reach 120 overall credits. VIII. Recommended Schedule
Spring Semester (16 Units)
Spring Semester (15 Units)
Spring Semester (15 Units)
Spring Semester (13 Units)
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