专业介绍

The economics major provides in depth exposure to the fundamental economic way of thinking and approaching a multitude of complex problems. Students will be exposed to micro and macro-economic theory, data science and analysis (econometrics), and relevant field courses throughout the program of study. Field courses cover a variety of topics such as Health Economics, Economics of Trade, Development Economics, and Environmental Economics.

The courses included in the major allow students to diversify their analytical skill sets with practice in computation and data analysis, fundamental economic theory, and empirical methods. The economics minor provides excellent concrete data science skills directly applicable for pursuing careers in multiple sectors.