Program Overview

Queen's University Economics Department

The Queen's University Economics Department offers a wide range of programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Programs

• Major in Applied Economics (APEC): This program focuses on the application of economic principles to real-world problems.
• Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPEC): This interdisciplinary program combines the study of politics, philosophy, and economics to provide a comprehensive understanding of social issues.
• Minors & Medials: Students can also pursue minors or medials in economics, which provide a foundation in economic theory and principles.
• Economics Degree Pathways: The department offers various degree pathways, including a four-year honors degree, a three-year general degree, and a minor in economics.

Graduate Programs

• MA: The Master's program in economics provides advanced training in economic theory, econometrics, and research methods.
• PhD: The PhD program in economics is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in research and academia.
• Executive Programs: The department also offers executive programs for working professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in economics.

Courses

The department offers a wide range of courses in economics, including:

• ECON 110 - Principles of Economics: An introductory course that covers the basic principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics.
• ECON 111 - Introductory Microeconomics: A course that focuses on the principles of microeconomics, including consumer behavior, production, and market structures.
• ECON 112 - Introductory Macroeconomics: A course that covers the principles of macroeconomics, including national income accounting, inflation, and unemployment.
• ECON 212 - Microeconomic Theory I: A course that provides an in-depth analysis of microeconomic theory, including consumer behavior, production, and market structures.
• ECON 222 - Macroeconomic Theory I: A course that covers the principles of macroeconomic theory, including national income accounting, inflation, and unemployment.
• ECON 310 - Microeconomic Theory II: A course that provides advanced training in microeconomic theory, including general equilibrium theory and welfare economics.
• ECON 320 - Macroeconomic Theory II: A course that covers advanced topics in macroeconomic theory, including monetary policy, fiscal policy, and international trade.
• ECON 425 - International Trade Theory and Policy: A course that explores the theory and policy of international trade, including the gains from trade, trade barriers, and trade agreements.
• ECON 999 - Ph.D. Thesis Seminar: A course that provides guidance and support for PhD students working on their dissertations.

Research Areas

The department has a strong research focus, with faculty members working in a variety of areas, including:

• Econometrics and Quantitative Methods: The application of statistical and mathematical methods to economic data.
• Economic History, Law and Economics: The study of economic history, law, and institutions.
• Financial Economics: The study of financial markets, instruments, and institutions.
• Industrial Organization: The study of firm behavior, market structures, and competition policy.
• International Economics: The study of international trade, finance, and economic development.
• Labour, Health, Education and Welfare: The study of labor markets, health economics, education, and social welfare policy.
• Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics: The study of macroeconomic theory, monetary policy, and fiscal policy.
• Microeconomics: The study of microeconomic theory, including consumer behavior, production, and market structures.
• Public and Development Economics: The study of public policy, economic development, and international trade.

Conferences and Workshops

The department hosts a variety of conferences and workshops throughout the year, including:

• QED Frontiers of Macroeconomics Workshop: An annual workshop that brings together leading researchers in macroeconomics.
• Financial Intermediation and Regulation Conference: A conference that explores the latest research in financial intermediation and regulation.
• WECAN Conference: A conference that brings together women economists from across Canada.

Prizes and Distinctions

The department offers a variety of prizes and distinctions to recognize outstanding student achievement, including:

• Douglas D. Purvis Memorial Prize: A prize awarded to the top student in the undergraduate program.
• The Dan Usher Prize for Excellence in Economic Research: A prize awarded to the top student in the graduate program.

Alumni

The department has a strong alumni network, with graduates going on to pursue successful careers in a variety of fields, including:

• Academia: Many graduates have gone on to pursue careers in academia, including professorships at leading universities.
• Government: Graduates have also gone on to work in government, including positions in policy analysis and economic development.
• Private Sector: Many graduates have pursued careers in the private sector, including banking, finance, and consulting.