CAREER OPTIONS FOR ECONOMICS MAJORS
What’s one of the most popular questions asked in this office? It’s “What can I do with a major in economics?” And the answer? Practically anything and everything.
Yes, it’s true. Your career options as an economics major are endless. Yet, this is why many students struggle to figure out what to do after college. Don’t worry. The ECDO is here to help you.
One of the reasons that economics majors can pursue almost any career is because of the skills gained through economics coursework. As an economics major you should:
- Be able to analytically and critically solve complex problems,
- Be skilled in observation and inference from data, and
- Be adept in presenting ideas in compelling writing and speech.
| Research/Analysis Generating/developing ideas Organizing materials Designing projects Analyzing results Applying statistical methods Testing an idea/hypothesis |
Financial/Data Maintaining accurate records Tabulating data Manipulating numerical data Developing budgets Cost analysis/projections Preparing financial reports/statements |
| Problem Solving Assessing needs Defining problems Reviewing/evaluating goals Relating theory to practice Applying quantitative analysis Generating solutions Evaluating policies Projecting/forecasting results |
Communication Writing reports/articles Reading/interpreting relevant reports/statements Summarizing data Writing grant proposals Analyzing data Sizing up an audience Speaking clearly Presenting proposals reports |
CAREER PATHS
To help you define your career goals we’ve provided information on the typical paths economics majors pursue. For each path we have included information on relevant UW-Madison courses we believe will be beneficial for you to complete. In addition, we included the Take 5 section, which lists five courses outside of the economics department that would also be relevant as a supplement to your economics course work.
This is a guide only; you are not required to take all courses listed. Be aware that not all courses are offered each semester. Work with your academic advisor each semester to ensure you enroll in the correct courses and are completing all requirements.
Each section on this page also lists sample job titles to look for as you search for an internship or your first professional position. You will also find other career resources listed that are specific to that career path.
Economic Development
What is Economic Development?No single definition incorporates all of the different strands of economic development. Typically economic development can be described in terms of objectives. These are most commonly described as the creation of jobs and wealth, and the improvement of quality of life. Economic development can also be described as a process that influences growth and restructuring of an economy to enhance the economic well being of a community. In the broadest sense, economic development encompasses three major areas:
- Policies that government undertakes to meet broad economic objectives including inflation control, high employment, and sustainable growth.
- Policies and programs to provide services including building highways, managing parks, and providing medical access to the disadvantaged.
- Policies and programs explicitly directed at improving the business climate through specific efforts, business finance, marketing, neighborhood development, business retention and expansion, technology transfer, real estate development and others.
The main goal of economic development is improving the economic well being of a community through efforts that entail job creation, job retention, tax base enhancements and quality of life. As there is no single definition for economic development, there is no single strategy, policy, or program for achieving successful economic development. Communities differ in their geographic and political strengths and weaknesses. Each community, therefore, will have a unique set of challenges for economic development. (Information provided by the International Economic Development Council)
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- Sample Job Titles
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 464 International Trade and Finance (P: Econ 301, 302)
Econ 467 International Industrial Organizations (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 475 Economics of Growth (P: Econ 301, 302; B or higher in Math 221)
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues ,Topic: Population Economics (P: Econ 301, 302, 310)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 343 Environmental Economics
Econ 365 Issues in Comparative Economics
Econ 421 Economic Analysis of Agricultural Markets
Econ 431 Natural Resource Economics
Econ 462 Latin American Economic Development
Econ 473 Economic Growth and Development in Southeast Asia
Econ 474 Economic Problems of Developing Areas
Econ 477 Agricultural and Economic Development in Africa
Econ 567 Public Finance in Less Developed Countries
Econ 663 Population and Society
Econ 671 Energy Economics
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Poli Sci 316 Principles of International Law
2. Poli Sci 368 Special Topics in the Politics of Developing Areas
3. Poli Sci 652 The Politics of Development
4. Poli Sci 312 Politics of the World Economy
5. Intl St 602 Topics in International Political Economy and Policy Studies
Also consider languages and “area studies” courses relevant to your area, as well as a major in International Studies
Regional/Urban Planner
Project Assistant
Economic Development Coordinator
Urban Planning Research Assistant
Public Utilities Manager
Economic Analyst
Redevelopment Specialist
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Business, Banking and Finance
If you are considering a career in business, banking or finance, economics is a great choice. Why?
Economics is the study of mankind's efforts to obtain the goods and services required for survival, for reasonable comfort and, when possible, for affluence. It concerns itself with all the problems associated with society's struggle to survive and prosper in a world possessing limited productive resources coupled with seemingly unlimited human desires.
Economists seek to understand the decisions of businesses, consumers, and current economic issues by developing a systematic and thorough understanding of precisely how the economic system operates, including the mechanisms by which resources are allocated, prices determined, income redistributed, and economic growth promoted. Business administration shares with the discipline of economics some of the same conceptual concerns, but business administration’s focus is on the business firm and its well-being. Economics is a social science focusing on the economic well-being of society.
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- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 410 Introductory Econometrics (P: Econ 310, Math 221)
Econ 666 Advanced International Finance (P: Econ 301, 302, 310; B or higher in Math 221)
Econ 464 International Trade and Finance (P: Econ 301, 302)
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues, Topic: Economic Forecasting (P: Econ 410 or con. reg.)
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 300 Introduction to Finance
Econ 320 Investment Theory
Econ 330 Money and Banking
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Finance 305 Financial Markets, Institutions, and Economic Activity
2. Finance 325 Corporation Finance
3. Finance 330 Derivative Securities
4. Finance 410 Bank Management
5. Finance 520 Intermediate Investment Theory
Also consider a major in Finance and Investment Banking
Business Analyst
Consultant
Financial Analyst
Credit Analyst
Trading Assistant
Financial Planner
Investment Banker
Foreign Exchange Trader
Commodities Broker
Securities Analyst
Operations Analyst
Sales Representative
Management Consultant
Trust Officer
Management Trainee
Equity Trader
Hedge Fund Administrator
Economic Analyst
Cost Estimator
UW-Madison School of Business:
Exploring Majors & Careers
Finance, Investment & Banking
International Business
American Finance Association
Careers in Consulting
Careers in Finance
Top 10 Jobs in Banking and Finance. From Careerbuilder.com
eFinancialCareers
About.com – Financial Careers
Fannie Mae
Commercial Banking
Consulting
Investment Banking
Mutual Funds and Brokerage
Venture Capital
Asset Management
Business Development
Consulting
Corporate Finance
General Management
Investment Banking
Management Consulting
Operations
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International Trade
The international trade sector includes many different organizations engaged in a wide range of trade-related activities. These organizations are all potential employers. To pursue a career or get a job in international trade, you could work for producers and distributors, trade service providers, trade assistance providers or trade regulators. For more information about careers in international trade please review the guide from the Center for International Trade Development.
- Recommended Courses
- Sample Job Titles
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 464 International Trade and Finance (P: Econ 301, 302)
Econ 467 International Industrial Organizations (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 475 Economics of Growth(P: Econ 301, 302; B or higher in Math 221)
Econ 666 Advanced International Finance (P: Econ 301, 302, 310; B or higher in Math 221)
Econ 450 Wages and the Labor Market (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 365 Issues in Comparative Economics
Econ 421 Economic Analysis of Agricultural Markets
Econ 462 Latin American Economic Development
Econ 473 Economic Growth and Development in Southeast Asia
Econ 474 Economic Problems of Developing Areas
Econ 477 Agricultural and Economic Development in Africa
Econ 663 Population and Society
Econ 671 Energy Economics
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Finance 445 Multinational Business Finance
2. Poli Sci 312 Politics of the World Economy
3. Intl St 602 Topics in International Political Economy and Policy Studies
4. Intl Bus 200 International Business
5. Poli Sci 441 Business and Government in the U.S.
Also consider majors in International Business and International Studies
Export Marketing Representative
International Sales
Export Sales Representative
Market Research Analyst
International Trade Specialist
International Business Development Manager
Shipping/Transport Clerk
Trade Finance Specialist
Export Credit Insurance Specialist
Center for International Trade Development
Guide to Careers in International Trade (PDF is attached)
International Trade Career Resources
Trade Information Database
International Trade Association
ITA Homepage
ITA Human Resources
United States International Trade Commission
USITC Homepage
Careers at USITC
Washington International Trade Association
WITA Homepage
WITA Young Trade Professionals (YTP)
WITA Career Center
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Real Estate and Urban Planning
A career in real estate is not only about selling a property. As a real estate professional you can be involved in the entire development process, from acquiring land for the building to the final construction details. As an appraiser or assessor you may work for a real estate or private sector company, a government agency or on your own to determine the value of a property.
Additional opportunities exist in mortgage lending and residential & commercial brokerage. As a property manager your primary function is to maintain a property, such as an office building or condominium, with the intention of greater income and profits.
There are many more career options within Real Estate and Urban Planning. If you are interested in a career that involves financial analysis, environmental research, negotiation skills and serving clients, a career in real estate may be for you.
- Recommended Courses
- Sample Job Titles
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Econ 468 Industrial Organizations and Imperfect Competition (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues (Topic: Population Economics) (P: Econ 301, 302, 310)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 306 The Real Estate Process
Econ 420 Urban and Regional Economics
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Real Est 312 Real Estate Law
2. Real Est 410 Real Estate Finance
3. Urb R Pl 312 Regional Development and Planning
4. Urb R Pl 641 Housing Economics and Policy
5. Real Est 415 Valuation of Real Estate
Also consider additional courses in the departments of Real Estate and Urban& Regional Planning
Acquisitions Analyst
Real Estate Development Researcher
Urban Planning Research Assistant
Mortgage Specialist
Real Estate Broker
Sales Agent
Property Manager
Appraiser
Real Estate Valuation Associate
Asset Manager
Cost Analyst
Project Management Assistant
National Association of Realtors, NAR.
Society of Industrial and Office Realtors
Commercial Real Estate Development Association
International Council of Shopping Centers
Commercial Real Estate Women
American Real Estate and Urban Economics Association
Institute of Real Estate Management
The Urban Land Institute
ULI Career Center
U.S. Green Building Council
Association of Young Real Estate Professionals
Young Real Estate Professionals (YREP) Chapters
Real Capital Analytics
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Public Policy
If you are interested in analyzing problems, seeking solutions and advocating for change, you should consider a career in public policy. Working in public policy allows you to play a role in the decision-making that affects certain issues you are passionate about; decisions that can affect your community, both locally and globally, and the people within that community.
You may work with policy making in the following areas:
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- Sample Job Titles
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RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues (Topic: Economics of Education) (P: Econ 301,410 or con.reg)
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 450 Wages and the Labor Market (P: Econ 301)
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Econ 525 Economics of Education: Theory and Measurement (P: Econ 301 or 311; Econ 410)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 325 Public Utilities
Econ 330 Money and Banking
Econ 352 The Role of Government in the Economy
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Poli Sci 104/404 (Introduction to) American Politics and Government
2. Urb R Pl 641 Housing Economics and Policy
3. Poli Sci 219 Introduction to Public Policy
4. Poli Sci 444 Administration of Public Policy
5. Poli Sci 405 State Government and Public Policy
Also consider a major in Political Science and graduate courses in the LaFollette School of Public Affairs; consider the accelerated
program in that School for a Master’s Degree.
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues (Topic: Economics of Education) (P: Econ 301, 310 or con. reg.)
Econ 410 Introductory Econometrics (P: Econ 310, Math 221)
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues (Topic: Population Economics) (P: Econ 301, 302, 310)
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Ed Pol 107 The History of the University in the West
2. Ed Pol 150 Education and Public Policy
3. Ed Pol 412 History of American Education
4. Ed Pol 460 Cultural Pluralism and Educational Policy
5. Ed Pol 665 History of the Federal Role in American Education
Also consider a major in Educational Policy Studies
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 464 International Trade and Finance (P: Econ 301, 302)
Econ 467 International Industrial Organizations (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 475 Economics of Growth(P: Econ 301, 302; B or higher in Math 221)
Econ 666 Advanced International Finance (P: Econ 301, 302, 310; B or higher in Math 221)
Econ 450 Wages and the Labor Market (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 365 Issues in Comparative Economics
Econ 421 Economic Analysis of Agricultural Markets
Econ 462 Latin American Economic Development
Econ 473 Economic Growth and Development in Southeast Asia
Econ 474 Economic Problems of Developing Areas
Econ 477 Agricultural and Economic Development in Africa
Econ 663 Population and Society
Econ 671 Energy Economics
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Poli Sci 316 Principles of International Law
2. Poli Sci 103 Introduction to International Relations
3. Poli Sci 376 Analysis of International Relations
4. Poli Sci 359 Problems in American Foreign Policy
5. Poli Sci 312 Politics of the World Economy
Also consider majors in Political Science and International Studies
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues (Topic: Population Economics) (P: Econ 301, 302, 310)
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 343 Environmental Economics
Econ 431 Natural Resource Economics
Econ 449 Government and Natural Resources
Econ 663 Population and Society
Econ 671 Energy Economics
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. AAE 344 The Environment and the Global Economy
2. Gen Bus 600 Environmental Strategy and Sustainability
3. Gen Bus 601 Systems Thinking and Sustainable Business
4. Envir St 308 People, Chemicals, Environment
5. Envir St 344 The Environment and the Global Economy
Also consider a certificate in Environmental Studies
Program Analyst
Administrative Analyst
Government Relations Advisor
Policy Coordinator
Budget Analyst
Consultant, Public Sector
Trade Policy Analyst
Research Associate
Community Affairs Advisor
National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration
Go Public! Go Public Service.org.
Careers in Public Service
Almanac of Policy Issues
Careers in Public Policy - From ASLO (Advancing the science of limnology and oceanography) but relevant for anyone interested in pursuing public policy.
Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management – Student Advice at PublicServiceCareers.org
Center for American Progress
Citizens for Global Solutions
Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington
NAACP
Senate Republican Conference
Henry L. Stimson Center
US-Asia Institute
Women’s Foreign Policy Group
Association of American Universities
Federal Reserve / Public Finance
A career in public finance means you will study the economic impact of the government sector in relation to the overall economy. In addition, you will bring your policy, industry, and regional and product expertise to various clients in order to develop and execute innovative and customized solutions to the most challenging financial issues faced in the marketplace. You will serve the public by working with variety of clients including state and local governments; water and power utility systems (municipal and corporate); hospitals and healthcare institutions; not-for-profit institutions such as major universities and colleges, museums and cultural institutions; student loan agencies; state and local housing finance agencies, airports, transit agencies and highway systems.
- Recommended Courses
- Sample Job Titles
RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major
Econ 390 Contemporary Economic Issues (topic: Macroeconomic forecasting) (P: Econ 410 or con. reg.)
Econ 410 Introductory Econometrics (P: Econ 310, Math 221)
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 464 International Trade and Finance (P: Econ 301, 302)
Econ 666 Advanced International Finance (P: Econ 301, 302, 310; B or higher in Math 221)
Also consider taking the Advanced Treatment of intermediate economic theory 311-312 instead of 301-302
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 300 Introduction to Finance
Econ 320 Investment Theory
Econ 330 Money and Banking
Also consider taking the Honors calculus sequences Math 275-276 and/or 375-376 instead of 221-222-234.
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Finance 305 Financial Markets, Institutions, and Economic Activity
2. Finance 445 Multinational Business Finance
3. Finance 610 Bank Simulation and Strategy
4. Math 431 Introduction to the Theory of Probability
5. Computer Science 302 Introduction to Programming
Also consider a major in Statistics and a certificate or major in Mathematics.
Public Finance Specialist
Financial Analyst
Budget Analyst
Junior Consultant
Law
Economics is an excellent major to choose if you plan to pursue a career in law. In fact, economics majors score at or near the top on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).
Completing economics courses should provide you with solid analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for a successful career in law.
A career in law may involve shaping economic decisions. Legal specialties such as antitrust law and tax law require knowledge of economic models of imperfect competition and methods of quantitative analysis.
- Recommended Courses
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major
Econ 450 Wages and the Labor Market (P: Econ 301)
Econ 451 The Economic Approach to Human Behavior (P: Econ 301)
Econ 468 Industrial Organization and Imperfect Competition (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 524 Philosophy and Economics
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Poli Sci 217 Law, Politics, and Society
2. Poli Sci 104/404 (Introduction to) American Politics and Government
3. Poli Sci 316 Principles of International Law
4. Gen Bus 301 Business Law
5. Poli Sci 411-412 Constitutional Law
Also consider majors in Political Science, Philosophy, and Legal Studies
American Bar Association
Law School Admission Council
UW-Madison Law School
UW-Madison Pre-Law Advising
South Texas College of Law – Careers in Law resource
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Graduate School in Economics
Many graduates of an Economics PhD program pursue research careers at a college or university. Other graduates work for government agencies or private firms after graduation.
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RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
All of Economics Option B: Mathematical Emphasis
Econ 590 Tutorial in Research Project Design (P: Econ 301, 302, 410 or con. reg.)
Econ 411 Advanced Microeconomic Theory (P: Econ 301, Math 222 )
Econ 412 Advanced Macroeconomics (P: Econ 302, Math 234 )
Also consider taking the Advanced Treatment of intermediate economic theory 311-312 instead of 301-302
Applied Fields in the major
Any interesting courses from the list, though students pursuing Option B with the intention of going to graduate school are better served by doing Advanced Electives in the major
Also consider taking the Honors calculus sequences Math 275-276 and/or 375-376 instead of 221-222-234 and Math-Stat 309-310.
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Math 431 Introduction to the Theory of Probability
2. Math 521 Advanced Calculus
3. Math 522 Advanced Calculus
4. Math 632 Introduction to Stochastic Processes
5. Graduate courses in Economics
If you took Math 221-222-234, consider taking Math 421 (The Theory of Single-Variable Calculus) to gain experience with mathematical proofs before taking the above courses.
Also consider a certificate or major in Mathematics
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Marketing & Sales
Marketing professionals work with a product that has specific features and benefits, create pricing and promotional strategies and manage the process to get the product in the market.
Market researchers collect and analyze market information, identify market trends and market segmentation. Researchers do this through the use of quantitative data, statistical analysis packages, survey, focus groups and product testing. A survey researcher’s key responsibility is to design and conduct surveys used by the market researchers. Survey researchers often work with economics, statisticians, and market research analysts to design these surveys.
As a brand manager you would be involved in almost all aspects of a specific brand within a company, from strategy development to budget allocation to sales projections.
Additional career opportunities exist within sales and marketing and are excellent options for economics students.
- Recommended Courses
- Sample Job Titles
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major
Econ 451 The Economic Approach to Human Behavior (P: Econ 301)
Econ 458 Industrial Structure and Competitive Strategy (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Marketing 300 Marketing Management
2. Marketing 305 Consumer Behavior
3. Marketing 310 Marketing Research
4. Marketing 420 Global Marketing Strategy
5. Marketing 460 Marketing Strategy
Also consider a major in Marketing
Brand Assistant
Marketing Assistant
Survey Researcher
Consumer Business Analyst
Marketing Analyst
Sales Representative
Junior Analyst
Research Assistant
Account Representative
American Marketing Association
Marketing Research Association
WetFeet Guide to Marketing
WetFeet Guide to Brand Management
WetFeet Guide to Account Management
WetFeet Guide to Sales
USC Marshall School Marketing Career Paths and Descriptions
Business Marketing Association
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Government
The federal government is the largest employer in the US. Positions in almost every career field exist in multiple departments and agencies at the national, state and local level.
There is often a different process for applying to federal positions. Please see the following links for more information. Abe Lincoln's Resume | KSA | Federal Government Job Search
- Recommended Courses
- Sample Job Titles
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES (P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 468 Industrial Organization and Imperfect Competition (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 450 Wages and the Labor Market (P: Econ 301)
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 306 The Real Estate Process
Econ 325 Public Utilities
Econ 420 Urban and Regional Economics
Econ 641 Housing Economics and Policy
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. AAE 520 Community Economic Analysis
2. Poli Sci 413 Problems of Urban Areas
3. Urb R Pl 305 Introduction to the City
4. Poli Sci 104/404 (Introduction to) American Politics and Government
5. Urb R Pl 641 Housing Economics and Policy
Economist
Public Affairs Specialist
Budget Analyst
Purchasing Agent
Program Manager
Partnership for Public Service
Making the Difference
Studentjobs.gov
Student Gateway to the the U.S. Government
Federal Jobs by College Major - from Studentjobs.gov
USAJobs – The Federal Government’s Official Jobs Site
USA.GOV list of Federal Government Jobs
Directory of Washington-based communications/lobbying offices.
Fannie Mae
U.S. Department of State
Making the Difference
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Entrepreneurship
- Recommended Courses
- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 458 Industrial Structure and Competitive Strategy (P: Econ 301)
Econ 468 Industrial Organization and Imperfect Competition (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Econ 451 The Economic Approach to Human Behavior (P: Econ 301)
Econ 522 Law and Economics (P: Econ 301)
Econ 521 Game Theory and Economic Analysis (P: Econ 301, Math 222)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 330 Money and Banking
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Finance 457 Entrepreneurial Finance
2. Gen Bus 301 Business Law
3. Gen Bus 302 Business Organizations and Negotiable Instruments
4. Marketing 300 Marketing Management
5. MHR 300 Organizational Behavior
Also consider a certificate in Business
Small Business Administration
Entrepreneurship.org
Wiscontrepreneur Portal
UW Entrepreneurship Assocation
Students in Free Enterprise
Burrill Business Plan Competition
Office of Corporate Relations Entrepreneurship in Wisconsin
UW School of Business Initiative for Studies in Transformational Entrepreneurship (INSITE)
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Healthcare
A number of economics major pursue a medical degree or enroll in a population and public health program upon graduation. Others may work in healthcare policy or administration. Careers combining healthcare and economics can be found in government, academia, not for profit organizations and industry.
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- Other Resources
RECOMMENDED COURSES(P = Prerequisite)
Advanced Electives in the major in order of relevance
Econ 441 Analytical Public Finance (P: Econ 301)
Econ 548 The Economics of Health Care (P: Econ 301 or Pub Affr 880 )
Econ 468 Industrial Organization and Imperfect Competition (P: Econ 301, Math 221)
Applied Fields in the major
Econ 236 Bascom Course (topic: Health Care Economics)
Take Five (suggested courses outside of the Department of Economics)
1. Poli Sci 440 Health Policy and Health Politics
2. Pop Health 375 Concepts and Methods in Population Health
3. Pop Health 638 Growth in Need and Demand for Health Services
4. RMI 630 Life and Health Insurance
5. I SY E 417 Health Systems Engineering
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Additional Resources
American Economics Association: Careers in Economics
University of Texas-Austin Career Options for Economics Majors
CSU-San Marcos: The Economics Major
Trinity College: What Can I Do With An Economics degree?
UNC Asheville: What Can I Do With A Major In…?
UNC Wilmington: Economics Major
UW- Eau Claire: What Can I Do with a Major in Economics?
Kansas State: What Can I Do With a Major In….?
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