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Economics Department
Shaw-Smyser 413
(509) 963-2930
cb@cwu.edu
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Welcome to the Department of Economics
We’re here for your future. Studying Economics at CWU can help you better understand the world around you, and why things are the way they are. You learn economic principles and models that can help you to understand people, markets, businesses, and governments, and how to respond to the opportunities and challenges that can happen when things change.
Course fees listed include both required and optional courses, not all fees may apply to an individual student. Please refer to the course catalog to determine which course fees will apply to you.
| Subject | Catalog | Long Title | Fee Description | Flat OR Per Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS | 110 | Professional Development I | Business Course Fee | Flat Amt | $10.00 |
| ENTP | 200 | Tactical Skills for Professionals | Management Course Fee | Flat Amt | $50.00 |
| MGT | 200 | Tactical Skills for Professionals | Management Course Fee | Flat Amt |
$50.00 |
Our History
Economics courses have been taught at Central Washington University for at least a century. Our Department of Economics was formed in 1947-1948 and was a part of the College of Arts and Sciences, Social Science Division.
Harold S. Williams was the first professor and department chair, and Rueben Hall the first instructor.
We have recorded interviews with key figures in this department's history:
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Do you just need to take a class to transfer back to your college or university? Please see our helpful instructions for taking a class as a non-degree seeking student.
CWU’s College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Only 5% of business schools globally earn the coveted designation.
For more information, reference our Accreditation information.
