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Economics at Providence College
A successful and impactful career in economics today requires much more than knowledge of economics; it requires that we go beyond the “what” and have the ability to answer the big questions of “what then?” That’s why our program is designed to not only provide knowledge of economics but an understanding of the social science that gives that knowledge critical context in the real world.
While the focus of an economics education is centered on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, our program takes pride in being well-rounded— a fitting approach to a discipline with deep roots in the liberal arts. Yes, you’ll learn about business analysis, economic forecasting, and probability theory. You’ll also hone your writing skills, enhance your reading and listening capabilities, and develop your ability to think creatively — in short, you’ll be in demand after you graduate.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
The economics major serves as the core program of the Department of Economics. The major prepares students for entry into a profession, as well as for graduate work in economics, business, or related disciplines.
Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics
The business economics major is designed for the student who expects to be working in the business or government sectors of the economy, but wishes to take advantage of liberal arts courses in philosophy, humanities, and social sciences to acquire the flexibility necessary to master new information and to succeed in new situations. This concentration differs from the economics major in the breadth of knowledge required of functional business fields and in areas of application of economic analysis.
Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Economics – STEM
The quantitative economics major allows students to develop strong quantitative skills within the context of economics and is an ideal course of study for the student who plans to pursue graduate work in economics, business, or other areas in the social sciences. It also prepares students for immediate employment in careers requiring economic research.
Minor
Students who wish to complement another major area of study with economics knowledge may minor in economics by completing six courses in the discipline, including Principles of Economics Micro and Macro along with both Microeconomic and Macroeconomic Analysis and a choice of any other two economics courses.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Engage in original research with faculty experts
Join the PC Economics Club
Apply for membership in Omicron Delta Epsilon, the International Honor Society in Economics
FACULTY
Our distinguished faculty members have expertise in areas ranging from health economics to international finance. They hold Ph.D.s from institutions that include NYU, Yale, Oxford, and Columbia; they have earned prestigious fellowships in economics as well as awards for excellence in teaching; and they have demonstrated expertise in their fields through published works in scholarly journals and presentations at national and international conferences.
Student Engagement
One of the hallmarks of our programs is the emphasis the Economics Department puts on engaging students in research and participation in internships.
Research
The Economics Department believes that involving students in hands-on research is key to their economics education. To that end, the department has a series of research courses that allow students to work alongside faculty members on faculty research projects. Students who enroll in one of these courses will receive academic credit that can be used towards their economics degree. Below is an example.
Internships
The Economics Department also places an emphasis on internships as they give the student the opportunity to put their economics skills to work at for profit and nonprofit business organizations and governmental agencies. These internships often lead to job offers for graduating students.
IN THE NEWS
AFTER PC
95%
of 2020-2024 economics graduates are employed and/or attending graduate school
80%
are employed only
8%
are attending school only
7%
are employed and attending school
Due to rounding, some totals may not correspond with the sum of the separate figures.
Selected Places of Employment/Service
AIG
Analytic Partners
Bank of America
BNY Mellon
Capgemini
Cisco
Deloitte Consulting
Ernst & Young (EY)
FactSet
FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation)
Fidelity Investments
Harvard University
Jefferies Financial Group
JP Morgan Chase
KPMG
Liberty Mutual
Mercer
Microsoft
MUFG
NERA Economic Consulting
Oracle
Putnam Investments
PwC
Raytheon Technologies
Segal
State Street
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Third Bridge Group Limited
Tradeweb
Travelers Insurance
UBS
Wellington Management
Willis Towers Watson
ZoomInfo
Selected Graduate Schools
Boston College
Brooklyn Law School
Clemson University
Duke University
Johns Hopkins University
New England School of Law
Providence College
Southern Methodist University
St. Joseph University
Syracuse University College of Law
University of Massachusetts Boston
University College Dublin
University of Notre Dame
University of Rhode Island
ADDITIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION
Maureen Medeiros
Administrative Coordinator
401.865.2194
401.865.1264
mmedeir7@providence.edu
Dr. Leo Kahane, Ph.D.
Chairperson
Accinno Hall 209B
401.865.2046
lkahane@providence.edu
