ECON 4980 - Undergraduate Research in Economics

3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: ECON 4950 with a C or better, or permission from instructor. Students must submit an online application before registration so mentors and students can be matched.
Recommended GPA Requirement: 3.0 for undergraduate students; 3.5 for MA students.

Description
This is an undergraduate research course designed to acquaint the student with a hands-on research experience. Students will learn the overall method of research and how to use analytical tools. Lecture will be hands-on workshop sessions, where students should come prepared beforehand. Each student will be assigned to his/her mentor, who will work at least 8 hours per week for the rest of the semester. Student will submit research paper by the end of the semester with a mandatory presentation. Instructor approval required before registration so mentors and students can be matched.