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Bachelor of Science in Economics

The BS Economics program is design to equip students with knowledge in economic theory and its applications and with essential skills for undertaking economic analysis. This degree program is designed for students who prefer more courses in mathematics and the sciences. More focused on the technical and mathematics and the sciences. More focused on the technical and practical aspects of Economics, the BS program requires more major (Economics) courses and thus fewer opportunities for customizing the program of study (CMO 32, s. 2017). This degree program is designed for students who prefer more courses in applied mathematics, statistics and other related sciences. Moreover, the degree program is more focused on the technical and practical aspects of Economics which requires more major (Economics) courses and thus fewer opportunities for customizing the program of study.

DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS

Undergraduate students specializing on Development Economics will be able to identify and analyze real-world socioeconomic and developmental issues using the concepts, theories and methodologies in economics. Particularly, students may be able to dissect the various aspects in development such as changes and improvement that raise living standards. The focus of this specialization is on the economic aspects of development. This includes a range of issues in health, education, inequality and poverty.

Prospectus:
Development Economics

LIST OF CORE FACULTY

  • Dr. Christopher B. Balubayan
  • Mr. Karlo Martin C. Caramugan
  • Dr. Roperto S. Deluna Jr.

LIST OF ALLIED FACULTY

  • Mr. Michael L. Ayala
  • Mr. Ronald D. Estrada
  • Ms. Ivee V. Fuerzas (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Jennifer E. Hinlo (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Rizamae S. Palen
  • Ms. Christine R. Varquez

LIST OF LECTURERS

  • Dr. Sophremiano B. Antipolo
  • Dr. Purisima G. Bayacag
  • Dr. Julito G. Fuerzas

MONETARY AND FINANCIAL ECONOMICS

The BS Economics specialization in Monetary and Financial Economics is design to equip students in the economic analysis of how central banks and financial markets work. Specifically, this specialization will prepare students in analyzing how the financial market industry work and recognize the effects of monetary institutions and policy on economic variables including commodity prices, wages, interest rates, quantities of employment, consumption, and production. This specialization employs economic theory to evaluate how time, risk (uncertainty), opportunity costs and information can create incentives or disincentives for a particular decision in the financial market. Moreover, this course will train students to do research and analyze economic issues on the use and distribution of resources in markets in which decisions are made under uncertainty. Students will learn how financial decisions must often take into account future events, whether those be related to individual stocks, portfolios or the market as a whole.

Prospectus:
Monetary and Financial Economics

LIST OF CORE FACULTY

  • Mr. Michael L. Ayala
  • Mr. Ronald D. Estrada
  • Ms. Rizamae S. Palen

LIST OF ALLIED FACULTY

  • Dr. Christopher B. Balubayan
  • Mr. Karlo Martin C. Caramugan
  • Dr. Roperto S. Deluna Jr.
  • Ms. Ivee V. Fuerzas (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Jennifer E. Hinlo (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Christine R. Varquez

LIST OF LECTURERS

  • Dr. Sophremiano B. Antipolo
  • Dr. Purisima G. Bayacag
  • Dr. Julito G. Fuerzas

RESOURCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS

Furthermore, BS Economics major in Resource and Environmental Economics program is designed to equip students with knowledge in economic theory and its application to resources and environmental economic analysis. Specifically, the areas of specialization involves resource allocation and impacts and valuation of human activities to the environment.

Prospectus:
Resource and Environmental Economics

LIST OF CORE FACULTY

  • Ms. Ivee V. Fuerzas (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Jennifer E. Hinlo (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Christine R. Varquez

LIST OF ALLIED FACULTY

  • Mr. Michael L. Ayala
  • Dr. Christopher B. Balubayan
  • Mr. Karlo Martin C. Caramugan
  • Dr. Roperto S. Deluna Jr.
  • Mr. Ronald D. Estrada
  • Ms. Rizamae S. Palen

LIST OF LECTURERS

  • Dr. Sophremiano B. Antipolo
  • Dr. Purisima G. Bayacag
  • Dr. Julito G. Fuerzas

Master of Science in Econometrics

The College of Applied Economics (CAEc) also offers Master of Science (MS) degrees that are designed to provide advance training in a number of areas within the field of economics. The Master of Science program of CAEc equips graduates who desire to master the art of theoretical and applied economics. The following Master of Science programs include:

  • Master of Science in Econometrics

This program is designed to develop knowledge and skills for a thorough understanding of the economic, social and potential environments for people managing communities and companies. It also seeks to develop fundamental and complex concepts and skills in the application of analytic techniques necessary for decision making or problem solving.

LIST OF CORE FACULTY

  • Mr. Michael L. Ayala
  • Mr. Ronald D. Estrada
  • Ms. Jennifer E. Hinlo (Study Leave)

LIST OF ALLIED FACULTY

  • Dr. Christopher B. Balubayan
  • Mr. Karlo Martin C. Caramugan
  • Dr. Roperto S. Deluna Jr.
  • Ms. Ivee V. Fuerzas (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Rizamae S. Palen
  • Ms. Christine R. Varquez

LIST OF LECTURERS

  • Dr. Sophremiano B. Antipolo
  • Dr. Purisima G. Bayacag
  • Dr. Julito G. Fuerzas

Master of Science in Economics

The College of Applied Economics (CAEc) also offers Master of Science (MS) degrees that are designed to provide advance training in a number of areas within the field of economics. The Master of Science program of CAEc equips graduates who desire to master the art of theoretical and applied economics. The following Master of Science programs include:

  • Master of Science in Economics

This programs are designed to develop knowledge and skills for a thorough understanding of the economic, social and potential environments for people managing communities and companies. It also seeks to develop fundamental and complex concepts and skills in the application of analytic techniques necessary for decision making or problem solving.

LIST OF CORE FACULTY

  • Dr. Christopher B. Balubayan
  • Mr. Karlo Martin C. Caramugan
  • Dr. Roperto S. Deluna Jr.
  • Ms. Ivee V. Fuerzas (Study Leave)
  • Ms. Rizamae S. Palen
  • Ms. Christine R. Varquez

LIST OF ALLIED FACULTY

  • Mr. Michael L. Ayala
  • Mr. Ronald D. Estrada
  • Ms. Jennifer E. Hinlo (Study Leave)

LIST OF LECTURERS

  • Dr. Sophremiano B. Antipolo
  • Dr. Purisima G. Bayacag
  • Dr. Julito G. Fuerzas