DU
Demo UniversityAcademic Calendar 2026–27
www.demo.lecon.app/catalog/programs

Programs

Current programs at Demo University. Where more than one version is listed, follow the version in effect when you were admitted.

Earlier editions

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences1 program

BA

Bachelor of Arts

A four-year, 120-credit liberal arts degree taught on campus. Every student completes a common arts core in writing, reasoning, history, the social sciences and statistics, then declares a major in Economics, English or Psychology. Restricted arts electives and open electives give room for a minor or a second major, and the degree closes with an interdisciplinary capstone seminar.

Effective Sep 8, 2026

Program learning outcomes (6)
  1. Demonstrate broad knowledge of the humanities and social sciences and in-depth knowledge of the theories, methods and debates of the chosen major.
  2. Evaluate arguments, evidence and interpretations critically, drawing on multiple disciplinary perspectives.
  3. Design and carry out inquiry using appropriate qualitative and quantitative methods, and interpret data and sources responsibly.
  4. Communicate ideas clearly and persuasively in written, oral and digital forms for academic and public audiences.
  5. Analyze ethical, cultural and social issues and apply principles of equity, diversity and global citizenship.
  6. Work effectively with others and demonstrate the independence, self-reflection and adaptability needed for lifelong learning and careers.
Program structure (7)
  1. Arts coreAll 10 courses · 30 credits

    Required of every Bachelor of Arts student.

    • ENG 1100 Academic Writing and Research3 credits
    • ENG 1200 Introduction to Literature3 credits
    • PHI 1100 Critical Thinking and Reasoning3 credits
    • HIS 1100 World History since 15003 credits
    • SOC 1100 Introduction to Sociology3 credits
    • MAT 1150 Quantitative Reasoning3 credits
    • STA 2100 Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences3 credits
    • ECN 1100 Principles of Microeconomics3 credits
    • PSY 1100 Introduction to Psychology3 credits
    • ART 4900 Arts Capstone Seminar3 credits
  2. Major courses24 credits from ECN, ENG or PSY

    The eight courses of the major the student declares (see Majors).

  3. Restricted arts electives12 credits from 6 courses

    Choose four of the six courses.

    • ANT 1100 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology3 credits
    • POL 1100 Introduction to Political Science3 credits
    • PHI 2100 Ethics3 credits
    • LIN 1100 Introduction to Linguistics3 credits
    • COM 2100 Media and Society3 credits
    • GEO 1100 Human Geography3 credits
  4. Open electives54 credits from at the 1000 level or above

    Any university courses at the 1000 level or above, including courses of another major toward a minor or double major.

  5. Major in EconomicsSpecialization · choose 8 of 8 courses

    Economic theory, policy and data analysis, from intermediate theory and econometrics to money, trade, labour and development.

    • ECN 1200 Principles of Macroeconomics3 credits
    • ECN 2100 Intermediate Microeconomics3 credits
    • ECN 2200 Intermediate Macroeconomics3 credits
    • ECN 2300 Introduction to Econometrics3 credits
    • ECN 3100 Money and Banking3 credits
    • ECN 3200 International Economics3 credits
    • ECN 3300 Labour Economics3 credits
    • ECN 4100 Economic Development3 credits
  6. Major in EnglishSpecialization · choose 8 of 8 courses

    Literature in English from the medieval period to the present, literary theory, and creative writing.

    • ENG 2100 British Literature to 18003 credits
    • ENG 2200 American Literature3 credits
    • ENG 2300 Introduction to Creative Writing3 credits
    • ENG 3100 Shakespeare3 credits
    • ENG 3200 Postcolonial Literatures3 credits
    • ENG 3300 Literary Theory and Criticism3 credits
    • ENG 3400 The Modern Novel3 credits
    • ENG 4100 Senior Seminar in English Studies3 credits
  7. Major in PsychologySpecialization · choose 8 of 8 courses

    The science of behaviour and mind: research methods, development, cognition, social, biological, personality and clinical psychology.

    • PSY 2100 Research Methods in Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 2200 Developmental Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 2300 Social Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 2400 Cognitive Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 3100 Abnormal Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 3200 Biological Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 3300 Personality Psychology3 credits
    • PSY 4100 Advanced Seminar in Psychology3 credits

120 credits in total

Department of Economics1 program

PhD ECON

Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

A research doctorate preparing economists for careers in academia, central banks, government and international organizations. Students build a rigorous foundation in micro and macro theory and econometrics, pass comprehensive examinations, complete two fields of specialization, and write a dissertation of original research under the supervision of a faculty committee. Coursework is offered on campus and online.

Effective Sep 8, 2026

Program learning outcomes (6)
  1. Demonstrate advanced mastery of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory at the frontier of the discipline.
  2. Apply advanced econometric, mathematical and computational methods to model and analyze economic phenomena.
  3. Critically evaluate the economics literature and identify significant open research questions.
  4. Conceive, design and carry out original, independent research that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in economics.
  5. Communicate research effectively to academic, policy and public audiences through papers, presentations and teaching.
  6. Uphold the ethical and professional standards of economic research, including transparency, reproducibility and responsible use of data.
Program structure (8)
  1. Core theory and methodsAll 12 courses · 36 credits

    Completed in the first two years.

    • ECN 7000 Mathematical Methods for Economists3 credits
    • ECN 7100 Microeconomic Theory I3 credits
    • ECN 7110 Microeconomic Theory II3 credits
    • ECN 7120 Microeconomic Theory III: Games and Information3 credits
    • ECN 7200 Macroeconomic Theory I3 credits
    • ECN 7210 Macroeconomic Theory II3 credits
    • ECN 7220 Macroeconomic Theory III: Computational Methods3 credits
    • ECN 7300 Econometrics I3 credits
    • ECN 7310 Econometrics II3 credits
    • ECN 7320 Econometrics III: Time Series and Panel Data3 credits
    • ECN 7400 Research Design and Professional Practice in Economics3 credits
    • ECN 7500 Economic History and the History of Economic Thought3 credits
  2. Field courses18 credits from 12 courses

    The three courses of each of two fields (see Fields).

    • ECN 8100 Development Economics I3 credits
    • ECN 8110 Development Economics II3 credits
    • ECN 8120 Political Economy3 credits
    • ECN 8200 Labour Economics3 credits
    • ECN 8210 Public Economics3 credits
    • ECN 8220 Health Economics3 credits
    • ECN 8300 International Trade3 credits
    • ECN 8310 International Macroeconomics and Finance3 credits
    • ECN 8320 Financial Economics3 credits
    • ECN 8400 Industrial Organization3 credits
    • ECN 8410 Empirical Methods in Applied Microeconomics3 credits
    • ECN 8420 Behavioural Economics3 credits
  3. Research workshopsAll 2 courses · 6 credits
    • ECN 9000 Doctoral Research Workshop I3 credits
    • ECN 9010 Doctoral Research Workshop II3 credits
  4. DissertationAll 4 courses · 12 credits
    • ECN 9200 Dissertation Proposal3 credits
    • ECN 9300 Dissertation Research I3 credits
    • ECN 9310 Dissertation Research II3 credits
    • ECN 9320 Dissertation Research III and Defence3 credits
  5. Field: Development EconomicsSpecialization · choose 3 of 3 courses

    Growth, poverty, institutions and the political economy of development.

    • ECN 8100 Development Economics I3 credits
    • ECN 8110 Development Economics II3 credits
    • ECN 8120 Political Economy3 credits
  6. Field: Labour and Public EconomicsSpecialization · choose 3 of 3 courses

    Labour markets, taxation and public spending, and the economics of health.

    • ECN 8200 Labour Economics3 credits
    • ECN 8210 Public Economics3 credits
    • ECN 8220 Health Economics3 credits
  7. Field: International and Financial EconomicsSpecialization · choose 3 of 3 courses

    Trade, open-economy macroeconomics and asset pricing.

    • ECN 8300 International Trade3 credits
    • ECN 8310 International Macroeconomics and Finance3 credits
    • ECN 8320 Financial Economics3 credits
  8. Field: Industrial Organization and Applied MicroeconomicsSpecialization · choose 3 of 3 courses

    Market structure and strategy, empirical microeconomic methods and behavioural economics.

    • ECN 8400 Industrial Organization3 credits
    • ECN 8410 Empirical Methods in Applied Microeconomics3 credits
    • ECN 8420 Behavioural Economics3 credits

72 credits in total

School of Business1 program

MM

Master of Management

A 30-credit professional master’s degree for graduates of any discipline who are moving into management. Students complete an integrated management core, specialize in Entrepreneurship or Financial Management, and finish with an applied project for a partner organization. Offered on campus and online, full time over three terms or part time over two years.

Effective Sep 8, 2026

Program learning outcomes (6)
  1. Integrate advanced knowledge of organizational behaviour, economics, accounting, marketing and strategy to manage organizations effectively.
  2. Analyze complex business problems using quantitative and qualitative evidence to make sound managerial decisions.
  3. Lead and collaborate in diverse teams and organizations, applying theories of leadership, motivation and change.
  4. Communicate professionally and persuasively with internal and external stakeholders in written, oral and digital forms.
  5. Evaluate the ethical, legal, social and environmental implications of managerial decisions and act with integrity.
  6. Apply specialized knowledge in entrepreneurship or financial management to create and sustain value for organizations.
Program structure (5)
  1. Management coreAll 6 courses · 18 credits

    Required of every student.

    • MGT 5100 Organizational Behaviour and Leadership3 credits
    • MGT 5110 Managerial Economics3 credits
    • MGT 5120 Accounting for Managers3 credits
    • MGT 5130 Marketing Management3 credits
    • MGT 5140 Strategic Management3 credits
    • MGT 5900 Applied Management Project3 credits
  2. Specialization courses9 credits from ENT or FIN at the 5000 level or above

    The three courses of the specialization the student chooses (see Specializations).

  3. Management elective3 credits from 6 courses

    One course from the other specialization.

    • ENT 5200 Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation3 credits
    • ENT 5210 Innovation and Design Thinking3 credits
    • ENT 5220 Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital3 credits
    • FIN 5300 Corporate Finance3 credits
    • FIN 5310 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management3 credits
    • FIN 5320 Financial Risk Management3 credits
  4. EntrepreneurshipSpecialization · choose 3 of 3 courses

    Launching and growing new ventures: opportunity recognition, design thinking, business models and venture finance.

    • ENT 5200 Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation3 credits
    • ENT 5210 Innovation and Design Thinking3 credits
    • ENT 5220 Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital3 credits
  5. Financial ManagementSpecialization · choose 3 of 3 courses

    Corporate finance, investment analysis and the management of financial risk.

    • FIN 5300 Corporate Finance3 credits
    • FIN 5310 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management3 credits
    • FIN 5320 Financial Risk Management3 credits

30 credits in total

Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies1 program

BGS

Bachelor of General Studies

A flexible 120-credit degree for students who want breadth, or who are combining study with work and family. A foundation core builds the skills of university learning; breadth requirements in the humanities, social sciences, sciences and applied studies widen the view; and generous open electives let each student design a pathway, finishing with a capstone project. Offered on campus and online.

Effective Sep 8, 2026

Program learning outcomes (6)
  1. Demonstrate foundational knowledge across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and professional studies.
  2. Integrate concepts and methods from different disciplines to analyze complex real-world issues.
  3. Communicate effectively in written, oral and digital forms with diverse audiences.
  4. Apply quantitative reasoning and digital literacy to find, evaluate, interpret and present information.
  5. Analyze questions of ethics, diversity, sustainability and global citizenship, and reflect on one's own social responsibilities.
  6. Design and reflect on a self-directed educational pathway and apply learning to career, community and lifelong learning.
Program structure (6)
  1. Foundation coreAll 10 courses · 30 credits

    Required of every student.

    • GST 1000 Foundations of University Learning3 credits
    • WRT 1100 Writing for University and the Workplace3 credits
    • COM 1200 Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication3 credits
    • MAT 1100 College Mathematics3 credits
    • CSC 1100 Digital Literacy and Computing Essentials3 credits
    • SCI 1100 Science in Everyday Life3 credits
    • ENV 1100 Introduction to Environmental Studies3 credits
    • GST 2000 Interdisciplinary Inquiry3 credits
    • GST 3000 Global Issues and Citizenship3 credits
    • GST 4900 General Studies Capstone Project3 credits
  2. Humanities breadth9 credits from 5 courses

    Choose three courses.

    • HUM 1200 Introduction to the Humanities3 credits
    • ART 1200 Survey of Art History3 credits
    • MUS 1100 Music Appreciation3 credits
    • REL 1100 World Religions3 credits
    • FLM 2100 Film and Culture3 credits
  3. Social sciences breadth9 credits from 5 courses

    Choose three courses.

    • SOC 2200 Contemporary Social Issues3 credits
    • POL 2200 Comparative Politics3 credits
    • CRM 2100 Introduction to Criminology3 credits
    • GEO 2200 Urban Studies3 credits
    • PSY 1200 Psychology of Everyday Life3 credits
  4. Science and quantitative breadth9 credits from 5 courses

    Choose three courses.

    • BIO 1100 Human Biology3 credits
    • CHM 1100 Chemistry in Society3 credits
    • PHY 1100 Conceptual Physics3 credits
    • AST 1100 Introduction to Astronomy3 credits
    • DAT 2100 Data Literacy and Visualization3 credits
  5. Applied and professional breadth9 credits from 5 courses

    Choose three courses.

    • BUS 1100 Introduction to Business3 credits
    • MKT 2100 Principles of Marketing3 credits
    • HRM 2100 Human Resource Management3 credits
    • PRJ 2100 Project Management Fundamentals3 credits
    • LDR 2100 Leadership and Teamwork3 credits
  6. Open electives54 credits from any course

    Any university courses; at least 18 credits at the 2000 level or above.

120 credits in total