Economics and Finance

Why study Economics & Finance?

You will gain an understanding of economic and financial institutions and principles; insight into modern economic issues and problems; the ability to analyze economic events and their impact on financial markets; and a framework on which to base economic and financial decisions. The program offers excellent preparation for careers in financial economics and research and in the areas of business management, finance and banking.

What Can You Be With a BBA in Economics & Finance?

Economics & finance is one of the best majors for job placement and starting salaries. You will be prepared to work in a variety of industries and successful careers in financial management and investment banking, including:

  • Asset Manager
  • Asset Researcher
  • Project Manager
  • Credit Analyst
  • Actuary
  • Claims Adjuster (Insurance)
  • Insurance Agent
  • Securities Salesperson
  • Entrepreneur

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With additional education/training or experience…

  • Economist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Risk Analyst
  • Controller
  • Financial Planner
  • Stockbroker
  • Investment/Securities Analyst
  • Economic Forecaster
  • Professor/Teacher
  • Lawyer

Where Can You Work?

  • Stock Brokers/Exchange
  • Banks
  • Brokerage Firms
  • Government and Non-Government Agencies
  • Think Tanks and Research Institutes
  • Insurance Companies
  • Investment Dealers
  • Import/Export Companies
  • Global Trade Organizations
  • Manufacturers

What Skills Can You Develop?

You will learn all the business skills you need to meet the challenges of the fast-paced world of business. Focusing your studies in economics & finance allows you to gain key subject-specific skills. You can also offer employers valuable transferable skills that will help you in whatever career you choose.

Specific Knowledge Skills

  • Ability to present solutions to solve economic problems or interpret markets
  • Ability to implement concrete economic strategies based on theoretical information
  • Ability to conduct and explain scientific research
  • Ability to build models to explain and predict economic behavior
  • Understanding general economic trends and their impact on specific variables
  • Knowledge of socio-economic class issues
  • Ability to organize statistical information into understandable concepts
  • Understanding of personal, corporate and national financial strategies
  • Understanding of capital markets and the financial institutions that operate in those markets
  • Understanding of how to forecast trends using financial/economic factors

Valuable Transferable Skills

  • Communication skills: Identify, access, compile and organize data; interpret data and prepare presentations and reports using current technology
  • Teamwork skills: Work effectively with others, identify your role and contribute to meetings and the goals of a project
  • Interpersonal skills: Understand group dynamics, human relations and effective negotiation
  • Management skills: Oversee a project and determine goals, make decisions, assign roles and ensure completion of tasks
  • Organizational skills – Set priorities, manage workloads and project deadlines
  • Professional skills: Demonstrate ethical behaviour and professionalism, exercise accountability and sound judgment
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Critical and creative thinking

Professional Associations & Resources

Professional associations can be a great way to meet, learn from and network with professionals in your field of interest. Some associations offer student memberships, often at a reduced rate. Below is a sample of professional associations and industry-related websites you can explore.

Contact the Faculty

UNB Faculty of Business Administration

University of New Brunswick

PO Box 4400
255 Singer Hall
7 Macauley Lane

Fredericton NB E3B 5A3

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