This is an economics-centred major for anyone interested in how governments can affect economies in a globalised world.
It focuses on the analytical tools you'll need to design and evaluate public policies.
Core courses examine public finance and regulatory economics, while electives include advanced microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and a range of policy courses.
Career paths lead to employment in public policy, government bodies, not-for-profit organisations, private enterprise and politics.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Investment analyst
- Economic consultant
- Economic analyst
- Policy analyst
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Meet the expert: studying economics with Dr Terence Yeo
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My business information systems graduate career
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The UQ graduate forging a successful career in finance
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Online study
- Research experience
- Workshops
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