Economics helps you understand how people, communities, and nations decide what to make, how to share it, and who benefits. At Â鶹ÊÓƵ, you will learn to analyze data, uncover trends, and use those insights to create practical solutions that improve lives.
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As an Â鶹ÊÓƵ Economics major, you will learn how societies manage limited resources and make decisions that shape opportunity and growth. Courses in theory, data analysis, and applied economics help you understand complex global issues like inequality, trade, and climate policy. Guided by expert faculty mentors on the vibrant Occidental campus in Los Angeles, you’ll connect economic thinking to real-world challenges and explore how markets, policy, and human behavior intersect.
The Occidental economics undergraduate program, the largest major at the College, blends rigorous academics with experiential learning. You will develop strong analytical and communication skills through research and collaboration while gaining the perspective needed for careers in business, public policy, finance, or law. By the time you graduate, you will be equipped to evaluate ideas critically and apply economic insight to advance the public good.
