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Economics and Finance – (B.A.)
John Cabot University
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| Application Deadline: | June 1 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 15,670 - | ||
| Location: | Rome / Italy / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 48 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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The major in Economics and Finance is designed to give students a solid base in the theoretical, quantitative, and analytical skills necessary to pursue further study and careers in the area of economics and finance.
The prerequisites and core courses required by the major provide a strong grounding in those subjects that form the cornerstones for more advanced study and work. Through appropriate choices of major electives, students can further develop their expertise in finance and economics.
In addition, following the University´s liberal arts tradition, the major includes a course on the history of economic thought. This course allows students to understand and appreciate the continuous development of ideas that shape economic opinions and policy in our dynamic, evolving world.
Many of our graduates have gone on to work in exciting international careers, while others have continued their education by enrolling in prestigious graduate programs. All of our students stand out as a result of their exceptional choice to study Communications, Economics, Political Science, and International Affairs in a truly international environment-firms and graduate programs highly value individuals who have shown themselves to be courageous enough to undertake the challenge of studying at an American university abroad and capable of working and studying with students and professors from across the globe.
Contents
Core Courses
- EC 301 Intermediate Microeconomics
- EC 302 Intermediate Macroeconomics
- MA 209 Statistics 2
- EC 360 Econometrics
- FIN 301 Finance
- EC 307 Industrial Organization
- EC 316 International Economics
- EC 350 History of Economic Thought
- EC 371 Money, Banking and Capital Markets
- EC 480 Senior Seminar
Major Electives
Five courses at the 200 level or higher from EC, FIN, BUS, MKT, MGT, LAW, MA, PL, PS, of which three must be at the 300 level or higher. Students should consult with their advisor regarding the major electives most appropriate for their interests and future career or academic plans.
Major Electives for students preparing for the Level I exam for the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation awarded by the CFA Institute
FIN 312 Investment Analysis, FIN 320 International Finance, FIN 331 Portfolio Management and an Independent Study, FIN 381, in Fixed Income Analysis are recommended for all students wishing to pursue this professional charter. Please see the CFA Institute’s web site for further information on the CFA program: www.cfainstitute.org.
A limited number of scholarships are available for the Level I exam for qualified degree-seeking and visiting students; interested students should contact the Department Chair.
Major Electives for Graduate School Track
MA 299 Calculus II and independent studies in each of Linear Algebra and Real Analysis, MA 381, are recommended for all students wishing to pursue graduate studies in economics or finance.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
- English: All students must demonstrate English proficiency by completing EN 110 English Composition III with a grade of C- or above. New students will be placed in EN 101, EN 105, or EN 110, on the basis of the University’s English Composition Placement Examination, and must take Composition courses until this requirement is satisfied.
- Mathematics: All students must demonstrate proficiency in Mathematics by completing MA101 Algebra or MA102 Finite Mathematics, with a grade of C- or above. Students who are enrolled or plan to enroll in the Business Administration Major are required to take MA101 Algebra. Other students have the option of choosing between MA101 and MA102. New students may be exempted from this requirement on the basis of the University’s Mathematics Placement Examination; otherwise they must take MA101 or MA102 during their first semester of attendance and until this requirement is satisfied.
- Foreign Language: All students must demonstrate foreign language proficiency equivalent to a year of study in a foreign language with a written literature. Students with a national secondary education credential in a language other than English will be considered to have satisfied this requirement.
GENERAL DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS
- English Literature: Two courses in English literature, one of which may be replaced by a course in comparative or dramatic literature in English translation. (These courses must have EN 110 as a prerequisite.)
- Mathematics and Science: Two courses in mathematics, natural science or computer science. (MA101 and MA102 do not fulfill this requirement.)
- Social Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts: Seven courses distributed as follows:
- Social Sciences - at least two courses in Communications, Economics, Political Science or Psychology.
- Humanities - at least two courses in History, Literature, Philosophy or Religion.
- Fine Arts - at least one course in Art History, Creative Writing, Dramatic Literature, Music, Studio Art or Theater.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
No course may be used to satisfy more than one General Distribution Requirement.
Applicants whose language of instruction is not English must demonstrate sufficient preparation in the English language.
Standardized test scores, such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are useful in assessing a student’s language capability. A minimum score of 563 on the paper based TOEFL, 223 on the computer based TOEFL exam, or 85 on the TOEFL iBT exam or a score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required. John Cabot University offers an internal English Language Placement Test which may be taken by students in place of the TOEFL or IELTS.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | High School diploma |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 563 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 223 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 85 |
Accreditation
John Cabot University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (www.msche.org), 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is a voluntary, non-governmental, peer-based membership association dedicated to educational excellence and improvement through peer-evaluation and accreditation. Accreditation by the Commission on Higher Education is an expression of confidence in an institution
John Cabot University is incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in the State of Delaware and is licensed to award its degrees by the Delaware Department of Education. The University is authorized by the Italian Ministry of Education to operate as a four-year American university in Italy.
Memberships
- American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) (member only)
- American Association of College and University Programs in Italy (AACUPI)
- American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)
- American International Consortium of Academic Libraries (AMICAL)
- American Management Association (AMA)
- American Research Center in Sofia
- Association of American International Colleges and Universities (AAICU)
- Association of College and University Housing Officers - International (ACUCHO-I)
- Associazione Civita
- Association of International Educators (NAFSA)
- College Board
- Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
- Council of International Schools (CIS)
- European Association for International Education
- European Council of International Schools (ECIS) (Associate Member)
- Forum on Education Abroad
- International Education Council (IEC)
- Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education (MSA/CHE)
- National Association of College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
- National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA)
- Near East / South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NE/SA) (Associate Member)
Funding details
As part of our commitment to provide affordable university education for qualified and talented students, John Cabot University offers degree-seeking students (first-year and transfer students) many merit-based scholarships and financial assistance grants. Students who are awarded scholarships and grants will be notified after they are accepted to the University.
Your JCU scholarship will be automatically renewed each and every year you attend JCU if you maintain the required minimum GPA and academic progress as specified in your scholarship.
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