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Economics examines human behavior and decision-making processes — how we allocate resources, address challenges like climate change, select careers, and other crucial matters. These choices always involve weighing costs against advantages, something we do continuously in daily life.
The University of Canterbury provides numerous experiential learning options such as corporate collaborations, internships, student organizations, and international study programs.
Discover how personal decisions influence global systems and how international economies affect New Zealand's financial landscape.
Final-year students may access professional placement opportunities.
The Economics program (available as both major and minor) complements various degrees, allowing combinations with fields like Finance, Political Science and International Relations, and Psychology.
Through evaluating decisions made by governments, consumers, and corporations, you'll develop vital abilities including analytical reasoning, risk assessment, and predictive analysis to enhance decision-making capabilities.
Potential career options encompass: economic consultant, market researcher, data specialist, financial services professional.