What is Economics?
Economics is a discipline that is part of Management. Economics examines the market forces of supply and demand; its theories seek to predict and explain the behaviour and interaction of all agents involved in a market system. Economics includes the study of how users and consumers interact, under what circumstances they may fail to function in an optimal fashion and factors that determine/affect economic growth.
Skills of Economics Grads
- Data collection and analysis tools required for high-level economic analysis
- Interpersonal skills driven by knowledge of economic theory
- Decision-making mechanisms and implementation procedures to promote organizational effectiveness
- Research and analytical skills for effective assessment of policies and systems
- Effectively collect, analyze, and integrate multiple forms of information
- Structured thinking and sound/logical judgment to influence change
- Communication skills (oral and written) for professional presentations and reports
- Identify priorities, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Investigate, identify, and deliver strategic/tactical results
Entry-Level Jobs for Bachelor Grads
Common employment destinations include:
- Coordinator, Student Development
- Research Assistant
- Policy Analyst
- Assurance / Tax / Audit Associate
- Profit and Loss Analyst
- Consulting / Business Analyst
- Operations Assistant
- Project Assistant / Coordinator
- Portfolio Administrator
- Planning & Analysis Coordinator
- Relationship Manager
- Corporate Development Associate
The Career Directory
Graduate & Professional Studies
Popular further education opportunities include:
- Economics - Master & PhD
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)
- Master of Strategic Management
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM)
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
- Canadian Securities Course (CSC)
Examples of Fields that "Fit" the Skills of Economics Grads
- Finance and Insurance
- Public Administration
- Educational Services
- Arts, Entertainment, and recreation
- Health care and social assistance
- Research and Education
- Informations and Cultural Industries
- Management of Companies
- Utilities
Your 4-Year Career Exploration Plan
1. Do your research
The databases below provide you with details about job prospects, nature of work, educational requirements, working conditions, pay, and related career paths:
Career Cruising: Log into CLN, click on Resources, and click on Career Cruising to be logged in automatically
O*Net (U.S. site)
Attend our workshop Discover Your Skills and Career Options, meet with a Career Counsellor, and use our resources to get to know your skills, values, personality, and interests.
Use the advice on our tipsheets for gathering info:
- Information Interviews
- Working on campus
- Internships
- Volunteering
2. Explore Career Options and Get Experience
Gain exposure to your options in the world of work and make connections while you’re a student via campus events and programs listed on cln.utoronto.ca and ccr.utoronto.ca:
- Extern Job Shadowing
- In the Field
- Explore It! (course-based)
- Partners in Leadership (4th year students)
- iLead, uLead, weLead (Dep’t of Student Life)
- Employer Information Sessions
- Career & Volunteer Fairs
- Departmental Student Association Events
Apply for Work Study jobs in CLN in Fall and Spring! You might also find work via SCSU. Find networking opportunities, internship programs and entry-level jobs via websites like TalentEgg and CharityVillage. As an upper year student (14+ credits), attend UTSC’s Get Hired Conference and participate in Jobs for Grads. As a graduate, explore internships and other trainee programs like CareerEdge.
3. Build Your Network
Explore Student Clubs and Professional Associations and get involved: volunteer for their events and conferences, and get to know people in your industry of interest. These are your future mentors, supervisors and colleagues!
Please note: This document is a starting point for your further research into career options in this field of study. For more information on this program and course requirements, please visit the departmental website.