Learning Objectives for the Bachelor of Arts Economics

BA Economics Learning Objectives

1. Apply economic concepts and theories to explain the process whereby economic agents allocate limited resources under various market structures and policy settings.
2. Understand and explain the behavior of economic and financial indicators and the effect of policy on the aggregate economy in the context of domestic and international environments.  
3. Apply statistical and econometric techniques to collect, analyze and interpret data.
4. Effectively communicate research findings both verbally and in writing.
5. Use economic concepts and theories to explain business and economic phenomena in a domestic and global context.