Program Overview

University Program Information

The Queen's University Economics Department offers various 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 and economic 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 and a three-year general degree.

Graduate Programs

• MA: The Master of Arts in Economics program provides advanced training in economic theory, econometrics, and research methods.
• PhD: The Doctor of Philosophy in Economics program 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 wish 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 economic growth.
• ECON 212 - Microeconomic Theory I: A course that provides an advanced treatment of microeconomic theory, including consumer behavior, production, and market structures.
• ECON 222 - Macroeconomic Theory I: A course that provides an advanced treatment of macroeconomic theory, including national income accounting, inflation, and economic growth.
• ECON 310 - Microeconomic Theory II: A course that provides a further advanced treatment of microeconomic theory, including general equilibrium and welfare economics.
• ECON 320 - Macroeconomic Theory II: A course that provides a further advanced treatment of macroeconomic theory, including monetary policy and international trade.
• ECON 351 - Introductory Econometrics: A course that introduces students to the principles of econometrics, including regression analysis and hypothesis testing.
• ECON 452 - Applied Econometrics: A course that applies econometric techniques to real-world economic problems.
• ECON 480 - Seminar in Microeconomics: A seminar course that focuses on advanced topics in microeconomics.
• ECON 490 - Seminar in Macroeconomics: A seminar course that focuses on advanced topics in macroeconomics.
• ECON 810 - Microeconomic Theory: A graduate course that provides an advanced treatment of microeconomic theory.
• ECON 811 - Advanced Microeconomic Theory I: A graduate course that provides a further advanced treatment of microeconomic theory.
• ECON 813 - Advanced Microeconomic Theory II: A graduate course that provides a further advanced treatment of microeconomic theory.
• ECON 815 - Macroeconomic Theory: A graduate course that provides an advanced treatment of macroeconomic theory.
• ECON 816 - Advanced Macroeconomic Theory I: A graduate course that provides a further advanced treatment of macroeconomic theory.
• ECON 817 - Advanced Macroeconomic Theory II: A graduate course that provides a further advanced treatment of macroeconomic theory.
• ECON 850 - Econometrics I: A graduate course that introduces students to the principles of econometrics.
• ECON 851 - Econometrics II: A graduate course that provides a further advanced treatment of econometrics.
• ECON 852 - Quantitative Methods: A graduate course that focuses on quantitative methods in economics.
• ECON 853 - Applied Econometrics: A graduate course that applies econometric techniques to real-world economic problems.
• ECON 910 - Advanced Topics in Microeconomics: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in microeconomics.
• ECON 911 - Advanced Topics in Microeconomics: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in microeconomics.
• ECON 915 - Advanced Topics in Macroeconomics: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in macroeconomics.
• ECON 916 - Advanced Topics in Macroeconomics: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in macroeconomics.
• ECON 950 - Advanced Topics in Empirical Methods: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in empirical methods.
• ECON 951 - Advanced Topics in Empirical Methods: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in empirical methods.
• ECON 952 - Advanced Topics in Empirical Methods: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in empirical methods.
• ECON 953 - Advanced Topics in Empirical Methods: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in empirical methods.
• ECON 954 - Advanced Topics in Empirical Methods: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in empirical methods.
• ECON 955 - Advanced Topics in Empirical Methods: A graduate course that focuses on advanced topics in empirical methods.
• ECON 999 - Ph.D. Thesis Seminar: A graduate course that focuses on the preparation of a Ph.D. thesis.

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 techniques to economic data.
• Economic History, Law and Economics: The study of the historical development of economic systems and the relationship between economics and law.
• Financial Economics: The study of financial markets and instruments, including stocks, bonds, and derivatives.
• Industrial Organization: The study of the structure and behavior of firms and industries.
• International Economics: The study of international trade and finance, including the effects of globalization and trade policies.
• Labour, Health, Education and Welfare: The study of labor markets, health economics, education, and social welfare policies.
• Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics: The study of national income accounting, inflation, and economic growth, as well as the role of monetary policy in the economy.
• Microeconomics: The study of individual economic units, including consumers, firms, and markets.
• Public and Development Economics: The study of public policy and economic development, including the role of government in the economy and the challenges of economic development in developing countries.
• Urban, Environmental and Natural Resource Economics: The study of urban economics, environmental economics, and natural resource economics, including the effects of economic activity on the environment and the management of natural resources.

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 to present their latest work.
• Financial Intermediation and Regulation Conference: An annual conference that focuses on the latest research in financial intermediation and regulation.
• Canadian Macroeconomic Study Group (CMSG) Meeting: An annual meeting that brings together researchers and policymakers to discuss the latest developments in macroeconomics.
• WECAN Conference: An annual conference that focuses on the latest research in women's economic empowerment and gender equality.

Prizes and Distinctions

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

• Douglas D. Purvis Memorial Prize: An annual prize awarded to the student who achieves the highest standing in the undergraduate program.
• The Dan Usher Prize for Excellence in Economic Research: An annual prize awarded to the student who produces the best research paper 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 as professors and researchers at leading universities.
• Government: Graduates have also gone on to work in government, including as policymakers and analysts.
• Private Sector: Many graduates have gone on to work in the private sector, including as economists and analysts for leading companies and financial institutions.

About the Department

The Department of Economics at Queen's University is a leading center for economic research and teaching, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community for students, faculty, and staff.