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5 reasons to study a Bachelor of Economics

3 June 2021

AÌýglobal, flexible andÌýhighlyÌýemployable qualification

The Bachelor of Economics will equip you with the skills, knowledge and industry expertise to make real-world impact and succeed in your career.

1. Be at the forefront ofÌýmakingÌýreal-worldÌýimpactÌý

°Õ³ó±ðÌýBachelor ofÌýEconomicsÌý(BEc)Ìýwill provide youÌýwithÌýa lens to see andÌýanalyseÌýthe world critically.ÌýInÌýanÌýageÌýwhere content is everywhere andÌýfact-checking is scarce,Ìýthe ability to reflect andÌýform coherent arguments addressing our most pressing issuesÌýis extremely valuable.Ìý

The study of economics is a hallway to understandingÌýthe factors at play that shape our society. From the nitty-gritty at the individual levelÌýto understanding decision making at the local and national level, toÌýlearning about the international markets. Our courses willÌýharness you with the knowledge toÌýseek out solutions that address challenges of our timeÌýsuch as climate change and inequality.Ìý

2. Join theÌýranksÌýof Australia’s mostÌýemployable

One of the biggest advantages of studying an economics degree is the diverse range of job opportunitiesÌýyour skills and knowledge will equip you for. The ability to work in both private and public sectors is a huge bonus if you are undecided about where you want to take your career and want to leave your options open.Ìý

As Australia’sÌýleading university for graduate employability, our students are prepared to enter the workforce.ÌýYou will gain a deeper understanding of economic and social policiesÌýto work across a broad range ofÌýcareers and rolesÌý–Ìýfrom accountant, banker, consultant, to economic analyst and social policy adviser.Ìý

3. Relevant and adaptableÌýstudyÌýoptionsÌýto suit yourÌýinterests

Our course structureÌýin theÌýBachelor of EconomicsÌýis designed toÌýtailor your interestsÌýand explore your potential.ÌýWhether you areÌýaÌýfanatic inÌýtheÌýenvironmental, agricultural or financial aspects of economics, orÌýyouÌýgeek out on statistics and data,Ìýthis all-encompassing disciplineÌýwill haveÌýthe unitsÌýrelevant to you.Ìý

WithÌýourÌý4 majors and minors andÌýa diverse range of foundational and elective units, youÌýwillÌýbeÌýin charge ofÌýcarving outÌýtheÌýpathwayÌýin this degree.Ìý

To be even more flexible, combine it with aÌýBachelor of Advanced StudiesÌýto distinguish yourself and exploreÌýmore options.

4. Gain industryÌýknowledgeÌý

Our academics and researchers are leaders in their fields - take advantage of their expertise and knowledge.ÌýWe have relationships with worldly institutions such asÌýYale University andÌýthe WorldÌýBank, and host regular visiting scholarsÌýfrom these institutions.

It is never too early to start networking, the student-runÌýÌý(EconSoc) allows youÌýtoÌýmeet your fellow students (your future colleagues), as well asÌýhearing from members of the private and public industries, and of course fun times such as trivia nights and drinks!

5. Fulfill your career ambitions

The Bachelor of Economics is the pathway to a wide variety of interesting and rewarding careers. Our teaching will lay the foundations for you to pursue your passion across a diverge range of industries in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.
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Whether your heart lies in the creative arts, if you want to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit or immerse yourself in the development of public policy, the foundation of economics will help you realise your ambitions.

“My background in economics and accounting has been invaluable in every role I’ve held. It’s particularly useful in running a business and I’m always grateful that I have such a firm foundation in cashflow, balance sheets, economics and so on. Even now, as a practising artist, it’s great to be able to rely on these skills to run the business side of art.�
Valerie Khoo, Founder & CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, Bachelor of Economics alumna

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