Economics (Co-op Available)
The economy is about far more than dollars and sense. At the local, national and global level, the most significant societal issues involve an understanding of economics. Through your studies in Economics, you’ll gain a complete skillset including the methods and tools required to analyze complex economic issues such as unemployment, inflation, economic growth, and market regulation. Your studies will enable you to use national and international data to explore trends and tendencies, test economic models, and will give you the ability to recommend policies addressing inadequacies with market outcomes.
Degrees Offered:
- B.A.
- B.A. (Honours)
- B.Sc.
- B.Sc. (Honours)
- B.A. Co-op (Peterborough Only)
Locations:
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Explore your strengths and career interests, and graduate with 12 months of work experience (and income) through the new four-year B.A. or B.Sc. co-op option, giving you the competitive edge for future job prospects.
- Gain career-ready research skills as you work with faculty and fellow students on hands-on and theoretical research projects
- Benefit from a new partnership with Aspire, linking you directly to work placement opportunities in the financial services sector
- Dive deep into data and sharpen your analytical skills as you explore the story behind statistics
- Learn alongside fellow economics students from around the world
- Meet business leaders and top economic thinkers, including Trent alumnus and chancellor emeritus Don Tapscott through guest speaker series and events
"Not only do you get a degree, you are prepared for a professional career."
Career Paths:
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Career Opportunities
- Chartered Accountant
- Actuary
- Commodity Analyst/Trader
- Public Policy Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Media Buyer
- Securities Broker
- Tax Economist
- International Trade Specialist
- Statistician
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banker
Popular Courses:
- The Canadian Economy
- International Finance
- Economics of Developing Countries
- Environmental Economics
- Labour Economics
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
Program Requirements:
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
Co-op Requirements:
- A minimum 80% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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