Earn a Degree in Economics
The economy influences consumers, businesses, and governments. Those with the power to understand it, interpret its impact, and make informed decisions and predictions about it are always in demand.
Courses are flexible - only pay $46 dollars a unit plus fees.
Economics Department
Careers in Economics
Career Outlook
Skills Needed
- Logical and Critical Thinking skills
- Understand complex issues
- Data analysis and understanding economic data
- Using economic reasoning to make decisions
- Evidence based approaches to problems
- Research skills
- Written and spoken communication
- Time management
- Commercial and cultural awareness
Select Jobs in the Field
- Commodities broker
- Credit analyst
- Economic forecaster
- Financial adviser
- Trust administrator
- Broker in securities, exchanges, brokers
- Investment banker
- Market Research
Career Paths
If you don't know what to major in, or you already have a major but don't know how
it translates into a career, start here. At Mission we can help you research your
major and career options so you can make informed decisions. Read more about Career paths.
Project Hamilton
You may also check out the salaries of economics majors compared to other majors on Project Hamilton.
Still not sure what you could do with an economics major? Watch the American Economic Association short video “A career in Economics... it's much more than you think.”
Business Courses
Business and Economics are a natural combination, consider taking a course in our Business department. Business Department.