The interdisciplinary minor in political economy combines politics, economics and the humanities to give you a deeper understanding of today's society
What is political economy?
Political economy combines the human element of liberal arts with theory and technical expertise to understand economic theory and policy. This minor adds value to students seeking careers or graduate study in government, business, communications and law, but also provides the theoretical foundation and practical skills that are useful in many industries.
Why study political economy at UNH Manchester?
UNH Manchester’s highly interdisciplinary minor in political economy combines politics, economics and the humanities to give you a deeper understanding of today's society. Through courses in business law, economic theory, world affairs, poverty and more, this minor explores an array of contemporary economic issues within the context of politics and society.
Potential career areas
- Business
- Community organizations
- Foundations/corporate philanthropy
- Government
- Lobbying and law firms
- Not-for-profit corporations
- Policy-planning organizations
- Research and education
- Social service agencies
- Think tanks
Curriculum & Requirements
Students interested in pursuing a career in government, business, communications, or the law can add a breadth of perspective through the political economy minor.
For more information, contact minor supervisor Tom Birch.
The political economy minor consists of five courses (20 credits total). The minimum grade requirement is C- per course. Any grade lower than a C- will not count toward the minor.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select five courses from the following: 1 | 20 | |
ECN 410 | History of Literary Economics | |
ECN 411 | Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles | |
ECN 412 | Introduction to Microeconomic Principles | |
ECN #505 | Contemporary Economic Issues | |
ECN 640 | Business Law and Economics | |
ECN 650 | Economics for Managers | |
POLT 403 | United States in World Affairs | |
PS 500 | Wicked Problems: Puzzles in Public Policy | |
PS 501 | Social and Political-Economic Theory | |
PS 509 | Political and Social Change in Developing Countries | |
PS 510 | Politics of Food | |
PS 520 | Globalization: Politics, Economics and Culture | |
PS 750 | Poverty & Inequality Past and Present | |
| Total Credits | 20 | |
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No more than three courses from the same subject prefix area and no more than three 400-level courses may count towards the minor.
Substitutions are permitted with permission of the minor supervisor.
