Economics
Opportunities
The study of economics
prepares students for a variety of fields: research economists in banks,
government and universities; law; economic development for local government,
banks and firms; business management and consulting; government and international
agencies, such as the CIA, World Bank, IMF and USAID; and business and
economic journalism.
Career Paths and Degree Combinations
Economics provides an excellent foundation for many career options and can also be combined with many other majors and minors in preparing students for great careers.
For example:
| Banking and Finance | Academia |
|---|---|
| Economics and Finance Economics and Business Economics and Mathematics Business Economics Concentration Economics and Physics |
Economics and Anthropology
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| Economics Research in Industry | High Tech and IT Industries |
Economics and Mathematics |
Economics and Information Systems Economics and Chemistry Economics and Biology |
| Economics Research in Governments and International Organizations | Law School and Other Graduate School Options |
| Economics and Environmental Studies Economics and Political Science Economics and International Studies |
Economics and Legal Studies Economics and Philosophy Economics and Political Science Economics and International Studies |
Opportunities
Recently, economics students have obtained positions at the following institutions:
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Federal Reserve Bank, Board of Governors
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Citibank
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Vanguard Corporation
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Deloitte Consulting
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Black Rock Inc.
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Tyco Electronics
Visit the Drexel
Steinbright Career Development Center page for more detailed information on co-op and post-graduate opportunities.
