Program Overview

Economics and Finance Program

The Economics and Finance program is offered by the Faculty of Management at the University of New Brunswick's Fredericton campus. This program leads to a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

Program Description

Students in this program 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, as well as in the areas of business management, finance, and banking.

Co-operative Education Program

The program includes a co-operative (Co-op) education component, consisting of a minimum of three four-month work terms. This Co-op program is accredited by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education.

Bachelor of Business Administration

The Economics and Finance program is available as an honours option as part of a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

Job-Specific Skills

Graduates of this program acquire key business skills necessary to meet the challenges of the fast-paced world of business. Focusing studies in economics and finance allows students to gain subject-specific skills, including:

• 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

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for the Economics and Finance program can be found by selecting "Business" in the university's admission requirements tool.

Careers

Graduates of the Economics and Finance program can pursue a variety of careers, including:

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

Program Resources

For more information about the Economics and Finance program, students can refer to the Faculty of Management.