Economics - Quantitative Economics
Bachelor of Science – B.S.
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Undergraduate
About the Program
Apply your math skills to economic theory with the Quantitative Economics option. Designed for students with strong math backgrounds, this program prepares you for careers in finance, risk analysis, and advanced study in technical fields.
The Polytechnic Experience
Investigate micro- and macroeconomic theory from a mathematical perspective, apply economic research methods to evaluate previously untested theories, compete in data analysis competitions, and conduct original research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Here, you will tackle complex problems firsthand and develop the tools necessary for thriving in data-driven environments.
Career Outcomes
Courses
Cal Poly Pomona’s Quantitative Economics option in the Bachelor of Science in Economics is designed for students with a strong background in mathematics and statistics, focusing on the technical and theoretical aspects of economics. This track prepares students for advanced roles in finance, data analysis, actuarial science, and applied statistics, or for graduate studies in economics or related fields. The curriculum emphasizes rigorous quantitative methods and analytical skills, equipping graduates to tackle complex economic and financial problems. With training in tools like Excel, Stata, and R, students are well-prepared for technically demanding positions in the insurance and finance industries, as well as for further academic pursuits.
What is the Difference?
Applied vs Quantitative Economics
The Applied Economics option focuses largely on tangible business applications. It will provide you with an ideal foundation for employment in business or government sectors. The Quantitative Economics option focuses more on the theoretical and technical aspects of the field — preparing you for graduate work in economics, and other technically challenging fields such as finance, actuary science, risk analysis and applied statistics.
