¶¡ÏãÔ°AV

Unlock Your Future

A degree in economics gives you versatile and marketable skills like data analysis and quantitative problem solving. Our alumni work in a wide variety of careers including finance, policy analysis, consulting, data analytics, non-profit organizations, business administration and all levels of government.

¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Economics grads are in demand! Here are just a few places you'll find them.  

Economics Careers

Finance and Banking

The financial services sector is a significant component of the BC and Canadian economy and is a future growth industry. Learn about securities and their markets, investment portfolios, and long-term investment in real assets and more, in the context of personal and corporate financial decision-making.

Discover Career Pathways

Academic pathway: A major/honours degree in Economics with a  joint major or minor in Business

Relevant courses:

Additional credentials (before your finish your degree or shortly after):

  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level 1
  • Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

Common pathways upon completion: Retail banking, corporate and investment banking, insurance

Job titles (may include and not limited to): Investment specialist, portfolio manager, account manager, actuary, financial manager, credit analyst, banking associate

Accounting

Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records, identify potential areas of opportunity and risk, and provide solutions for businesses and individuals. They ensure that financial records are accurate, that financial and data risks are evaluated, and that taxes are paid properly.

Discover Career Pathways

Academic pathway: A major/honours degree in economics with a minor in business

Relevant courses:

Additional credentials (before your finish your degree or shortly after):

Once finished your 4 year economics degree you may enter directly into a CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). Popular options to do this are with UBC Diploma in Accounting Program (DAP) or directly through CPA Canada. 

Common pathways upon completion: Private firms (such as PWC, Deloitte, KPMG), government (all levels), not-for-profit organizations

Job titles (may include and not limited to): Staff audit accountant, tax analyst/accountant, staff junior accountant, internal auditor

Government and Policy

Employees in this field are responsible for the research and analysis of information, consulting with stakeholders, government officials and internal staff, the development of options and preparation of recommendations on a wide range of policy projects.

Discover Career Pathways

Academic pathway: A major/honours degree in Economics with a minor political science, International Studies, Public Policy

Relevant courses:

Additional credentials (before your finish your degree or shortly after):

Once finished your 4 year economics degree you may enter directly into a graduate/professional  programs in public policy, public administration, political science and  law.

Common pathways upon completion: Private firms (PWC, Deloitte, KPMG), government (all levels), not-for-profit

Job titles (may include and not limited to): Policy analyst, market researcher, lobbyist, politician, government officer (many different departments), foreign officer

Data Science and Technology

A data analyst's focus is to make sense out of existing data through routine analysis and writing reports. They work towards answering business-related questions. A data scientist works on new ways to capture, store, manipulate and analyze that data.

Discover Career Pathways

Academic pathway: A major/honours degree in Economics with a Concentration in Economic Data Analysis or a minor in statistics or computer science. 

Relevant courses:

Additional credentials (before your finish your degree or shortly after):

Once finished your 4 year economics degree you may enter directly into a graduate/professional program in data science. 

Common pathways upon completion: Private firms (Amazon, Google), government (all levels), all sectors

Job titles (may include and not limited to): Data scientist, data analyst, business analyst

Environmental Economics

In this growing field, employees might conduct economic analysis related to environmental protection and the use of natural resources.They may evaluate or quantify the benefits, costs, incentives, and impacts of alternative energy options using economic principles and statistical techniques.

Discover Career Pathways

Academic pathway: A major/honours degree in Economics with a minor in statistics, geography or a minor in the Faculty of Environment.  

Relevant courses:

Additional credentials (before your finish your degree or shortly after):

Once finished your 4 year economics degree you may enter directly into a graduate/professional programs in environmental science, sustainability, resource management or policy programs that often only require a non-specific 4 year degree. 

Common pathways upon completion: 

Private Firms (oil and mining companies for example), government (all levels)

Job titles (may include and not limited to): 

Environmental policy analyst, policy analyst, sustainability risk and reporting, social impact specialist. 

Other Options

Careers in health economics, entrepreneurship, law, sales, real estate, insurance, recruiting (talent acquisition) and not-for-profits.

Discover Career Pathways

Academic pathway: A major/honours degree in Economics with any number of minors including business, political science, criminology, sociology. 

Relevant courses:

Additional credentials (before your finish your degree or shortly after):

Once finished your 4 year economics degree you may enter directly into a graduate/professional  programs in law, real estate and insurance credentialling.  

Common pathways upon completion: All sectors

Job titles (may include and not limited to): Consultant, risk and analyst positions, affordable housing analyst, health promotion researcher, talent aquisition, corporate lawyer, entrepreneur

Career Success Stories

Support on Your Career Journey

In addition to our rigorous academic programs we offer regular career workshops, alumni network events and visits from industry speakers. 

Workshops

We offer regular career workshops, CPA/DAP info sessions, and industry talks from alumni speakers. Students gain insight into job trends and learn tips for a successful job search.  

Learn More

Networking

Our annual Alumni Social brings together current and former students for an evening of socializing and networking. We encourage students and alumni to join our LinkedIn group to stay connected. 

ESS Career Night

The Economics Student Society organizes a large Career Night every spring featuring alumni speakers. This is valuable opportunity for students to learn, network, and prepare for their future careers.

Career Support

Have career questions? ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Career & Volunteer Services offers services to support you in everything from writing your resume to mastering your interview. 

Explore 

Learn More About Economics

These professional associations are a great place to learn more about the field.