Economics
ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Economics students explore the logical use of the world’s finite resources, drawing fact-based conclusions for common problems. Economics students apply the scientific method to measure and analyze how individuals and organizations make economic choices.
In co-op, Economics students apply their knowledge and skills in various settings including banks, human resources offices, government offices, consulting agencies, essential service providers, and private businesses.
Student skills
- Market competition
 - Trade policy
 - International trade
 - Economic trends
 - Data analysis
 
- Data interpretation
 - Microeconomics
 - Macroeconomics
 - Public policy
 
Industries
- Government
 - Financial
 - Mineral resources
 - Conservation
 
- Analytics
 - Education
 - Energy
 - Natural resources
 
Past roles
- Project manager
 - Economist
 - Data miner
 - Research assistant
 
- Policy analyst
 - Survey technician
 - Technical assistant
 - Survey methodologist
 
Past employers
- Statistics Canada
 - IWK Health Centre
 - Human Resources and
Skills Development Canada - Environment Canada
 - Imperial Oil Limited
 
- CIBC
 - Capital District Health Authority
 - Atomic Energy Canada
 - Endeavour Mining Corporation
 
Work term schedule
| Ìý | Fall | Winter | Summer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd year | Study | Study | Work term 1 | 
| 3rd year | Study | Work term 2 | Study | 
| 4th year | Work term 3 | Study | Break | 
| 5th year | Study | Graduation | Ìý | 
Economics co-op student work term schedules may vary from the example displayed above.
Average pay rates during co-op
| Hourly | $20.50 | 
|---|
Department
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