Economics
Dalhousie 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
| 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 |
Economics co-op student work term schedules may vary from the example displayed above.
Average pay rates during co-op
| Hourly | $20.00 |
|---|
Department
Faculty of Science: Economics website.