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UCSB Economic Courses FAQ
Do I need to be an UCSB econ major to take the undergraduate classes?
NO. All of the Ethics courses are specifically geared to a wide range of majors. Student teams are created with an eye toward assuring there is representation of econ as well as other majors.
Will these classes satisfy my major’s ethics requirements?
Past students have in fact used my courses to satisfy their ethics requirements in a variety of majors.
Why do the undergrad courses require student presentations?
Effective and persuasive public speaking can be a huge differentiator for your future career path. Plus, presentations often encourage engaging class discussions that students have felt enhances their learning experience.
What if I haven’t had much speaking experience or training?
A fair number of students are not confident speakers at the onset of each course. As instructor, I do much to help students understand how to be effective and in fact enjoy their speaking opportunities.
What qualifies you to instruct on public speaking?
During my tenure in the public speaking organization Toastmaster’s, I completed the first two awards to become an “Able Toastmaster” and successfully competed in area and district speaking contests.
What do these courses offer?
To non-econ majors, students come away with a working understanding of how our economy and investments work. Econ majors find ample opportunities to apply the theory they have been taught, to many real life applications.
How well do these courses help me prepare for my career?
I take great care to utilize real life examples and case studies, so students come away understanding how theories and concepts are applied.