University of New South Wales

Course Details

Bachelor of Economics

Course Description

Widely recognised professional qualification that provides a solid grounding in the core areas of economics and econometrics Acquire specialist knowledge in the field of Econometrics, Economics or Financial Economics Gain analytical and statistical skills that have diverse applications in the business and finance sectors Develop a broad range of transferable skills that are relevant across various industries Additional major: Flexibility to study a second economics major, an approved Commerce major, Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology or any of the majors offered through the Bachelor of Arts Professional recognition: Meet the education requirement of various professional bodies including Australian Computer Society (Information Systems), Australian Human Resources Institute (Human Resource Management), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (RG-146) (Finance), CPA Australia (Accounting), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Accounting) and Institute of Public Accountants (Accounting) Global opportunities: Gain international experience with our overseas exchange and global practicum program

Course Duration

NumberDuration
3year

Career outcomes

Job and career prospects This degree opens up a rewarding career in many areas of business, finance or government. Graduate positions may include: Business analyst Economic forecaster Graduate economist Management consultant Policy advisor Statistical analyst Superannuation advisor Related careers in accounting, finance, human resource management, information systems, marketing and taxation




Bachelor of Economics University of New South Wales