Mathematical Economics
Explore the complex and ever-changing economic dilemmas that the world faces; examine the production and distribution of scarce resources – all as a Mathematical Economics student at Trent. By combining core courses in economics and mathematics, you’ll learn how to analyze, strategize, understand bargaining and auctions (game theory), make sense of complex economic data (econometrics), maximize profit and minimize costs (optimization), and augment happiness (welfare economics).
Degrees Offered:
- B.Sc. (Honours)
Locations:
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Undertake a research project with your professor and gain hands-on experience working with an expert in the field on topics such as portfolio optimization and econometric modelling
- Take courses that encourage you to move beyond theory to applying your skills and knowledge outside the classroom, the University and beyond
- Where in the world do you want to learn more about math? Set your sights on the horizon and internationalize your degree with a study abroad experience
"I was able to work with my professor and gain skills in my discipline as well as learn a lot of things that I would be able to use in my upper year courses."
Career Paths:
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Economic Advisor
Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts conduct research, monitor data, analyze information and prepare reports and plans to resolve economic and business problems and develop models to analyze, explain and forecast economic behaviour and patterns. They advise on matters such as finance, fiscal and monetary policy, international trade, agricultural and natural resource commodities and labour and industrial markets. They are employed by government departments and agencies and throughout the private sector in associations, unions, research organizations, banks and investment firms.
Career Opportunities
- Economist
- Rate Analyst
- Financial Auditor
- Fraud Investigator
- Account Executive
- Economic Advisor
- Econometrician
- Financial Analyst
- Banker
- Investor
- Insurance Analyst
Popular Courses:
- Statistics for Economics and Management
- Mathematical Economics and Economics Models
- Statistical Inference
- Econometrics
- The Canadian Economy
- Mathematical Risk Management
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:
- MHF4U or MCV4U
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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