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Join our program and study in a department that houses the renowned Fraser of Allander Institute – a premier research center providing valuable internship and career placement options for studentsApply fundamental economic principles and frameworks to analyze real-world challengesCultivate exceptional analytical and critical thinking abilities that employers highly prizeLearn to translate complex data into accessible insights for varied audiencesAdvantage from instruction by faculty with extensive connections to policymakers and business leadersWhy choose this programIn today's post-economic-crisis world, economics has never been more crucial. Choices regarding finance, banking, monetary policy, taxation, and public expenditure impact everyone worldwide.Economics examines how different economic participants – consumers, businesses, and governments – interact and function together.Our program equips you to clearly communicate intricate information to diverse groups while honing your quantitative, statistical, and analytical capabilities.EvaluationMost courses culminate in an end-of-semester unseen examination, typically combined with individual or group assignments.Students generally have one opportunity to retake assessments for unsuccessful courses, with exam retakes typically scheduled during summer.Professional opportunitiesEconomists enjoy diverse career paths across multiple sectors, frequently specializing in fields like agriculture or manufacturing.Our economics alumni secure positions in accounting firms, financial services, banking institutions, insurance companies, government agencies, and corporate enterprises.