About the Program
Develop a versatile and comprehensive foundation in the critical field of economics. Designed to suit various backgrounds and provide the flexibility to explore both applied and theoretical aspects, the General Economics option allows you to tailor your coursework to align with your interests and career goals. Whether continuing your studies or pursuing a career in business, public policy, law or beyond, this program equips you with the tools and perspectives for success.
The Polytechnic Approach
Study real-world applications of supply and demand, build quantitative models, analyze labor market trends, and conduct a thorough economic analysis of a research project of your choosing. With our learn-by-doing philosophy, you will explore economic theory, apply it, and gain valuable skills and insights that prepare you for employment in the private and public sectors or further study in economics and related fields.
Career Outcomes
Courses
The General Economics Option provides a broad and flexible background and understanding of the discipline for students from a wide variety of backgrounds. It allows students to focus on either applied or theoretical aspects of the field in order to prepare them for employment in the private or public sectors, or further their education. The program is flexible enough to offer students the choice of coursework to best prepare themselves for their future goals.
Economics Department
Economics Club
The Economics Club connects your education with potential paths after graduation. Through the club, you can compete in data analysis competitions with teams from all over the world, visit Federal Reserve Offices to gain more in-depth knowledge on how our financial sector operates, and engage in other activities to build communication and interpersonal skills.
