Program Overview
The Economics program at the University of Lethbridge provides a comprehensive understanding of economic decision-making at various levels. Students develop expertise in production, market interference, and economic topics such as banking, employment, and environmental concerns. The program emphasizes critical thinking, communication skills, and information management, preparing graduates for careers in policy-oriented work, public sector agencies, and private firms in finance, government, and other fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Economics program at the University of Lethbridge offers a comprehensive understanding of the decision-making process at individual, firm, and government levels. Students will gain expertise in the efficient production of goods and services, the effects of market interference, and a wide range of economic topics, including banking, private property rights, employment, inflation, government bailouts, environmental concerns, and nonrenewable resources.
Careers:
An Economics degree from the University of Lethbridge equips graduates with a foundation for diverse career opportunities in policy-oriented work with private firms, foundations, or trade associations. They can also pursue technical roles in public sector agencies or private firms in areas such as finance, foreign trade, government, business management, banking and financial services, trade and development, budget consulting, strategic planning, economic geography, financial aid counseling, taxation, and insurance management.
