Explore the Science of Decision-Making in a Global Economy

Step into the world of economic analysis and policy development with Trent University’s Economics program, offering both BA and BSc degree options. Whether you’re driven by curiosity about global markets, financial systems, or economic theory, this program equips you with the skills to understand, evaluate, and influence the economic decisions that shape our world.

As a student in this highly flexible and multidisciplinary program, you’ll gain critical skills in quantitative reasoning, data interpretation, and policy analysis—all highly valued by today’s top employers across public and private sectors.

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What Makes Trent’s Economics Program Unique?

Flexible Degree Options

Choose between a Bachelor of Arts (BA) for a broad social science approach or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) for a more technical, quantitative focus in economics. Tailor your studies to suit your career goals or graduate study ambitions.

Expert-Led Teaching in Small Classrooms

Learn in an intimate academic setting where you’ll receive individualized attention from instructors who are experts in economic theory, policy, trade, and finance. Small class sizes promote in-depth discussions, hands-on activities, and close faculty-student collaboration.

Real-World Economic Insight

Explore real-world economic issues like:

• National and global unemployment trends

• Fiscal and monetary policy

• International trade regulations

• Government intervention in markets

• Environmental and resource economics

Courses blend theory and application, preparing you to use economics to solve problems and drive change.

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Key Areas of Study

Gain broad and deep understanding in areas such as:

• Microeconomic and Macroeconomic Theory

• Quantitative Methods and Statistical Analysis

• Public Economics and Market Regulation

• International Economics and Trade Policy

• Labour Economics and Economic Development

• Environmental and Resource Economics

You’ll learn how economic systems function and how to apply data-driven decision-making in both public and private sectors.

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Build Career-Ready Skills Through Experience

Trent’s Economics program emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world experience, including:

• Independent research projects guided by expert faculty

• Internships and co-op placements with government, business, and NGOs

• Policy simulations and economic forecasting exercises

• Opportunities to present at academic conferences or participate in student research symposiums

These experiences prepare you for employment directly after graduation or for entry into top graduate programs in economics, finance, public policy, or law.

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Career Paths for Economics Graduates

An Economics degree from Trent opens doors to a broad range of careers in both public and private sectors. Examples include:

Business & Finance

• Financial Analyst

• Economic Consultant

• Risk Analyst

• Investment Strategist

• Business Development Advisor

Government & Policy

• Public Policy Analyst

• Economist in Federal or Provincial Agencies

• Trade Policy Advisor

• Budget Analyst

• Environmental Economist

Research & Academia

• Academic Researcher or Lecturer

• Data Scientist

• Economic Modeler

• Graduate Student in Economics, Public Policy, or Law