Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in EconomicsDivision of Economics and BusinessWhy Economics at Mines? • The degree builds upon the same math and science

core curriculum required for all students • Our graduates are sought out by the same technical

companies recruiting engineers on campus• The degree is more analytical and quantitative than a

typical B.A. degree in economics• Excellent preparation for MBA or graduate studies in

law or economics

Quick Facts 2007/08Enrollment: 104 majors (35% double majors); 230 minors Average starting salary: $52,778 single majors; $69,819 double majors

Recent Placements Anheuser-Busch BP Charles Schwab EnCana Frito Lay Halliburton Intel Lafarge Corporation Newmont Mining Raytheon Saudi Aramco Shell St. Paul Travelers Sundyne UPS Xcel

Types of PositionsCredit Specialist Customer Service Analyst Financial Analyst Fuel and Energy Specialist Power Analyst Project Manager Research Analyst

“An economics degree from CSM distinguishes

me to employers as not only a technically

proficient engineer, but also as a business-

savvy employee who can make profit-conscious

decisions—an invaluable skill in today’s

job market.”

– Meg Freienmuth, Double Major in Economics

and Chemical Engineering

For more information, contact: Dr. Scott Houser Lecturer and Undergraduate Program ChairDivision of Economics and Business303.384.2045ecbus@mines.eduwww.mines.edu/academic/econbus

Unique Courses for CSM Students: Energy Economics, Environmental Economics, Operations Research, Economics and Technology, and Engineering Economics

Five-year combined B.S./M.S. programs are available in Economics with:• Engineering and Technology Management • Mineral Economics

FacultyCSM faculty members possess diverse real-world experience, academic expertise, and excellent teaching and communication skills. They offer a unique approach for an economics program with backgrounds in engineering, geology, operations research, mathematics, statistics and mining, as well as in economics, management and accounting.

Curriculum Program content: 45% – Same coursework in math, science and engineering taken by

all CSM students 40% – Core and elective courses in economics and business, plus additional

math and social sciences courses15% – Free electives. Many students pursue a double major or minor in

another program.

Areas of Specialization• Economics and Business• Global Business• Technology

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