Economics Major - Bachelor of Arts
Develop a strong foundation in economic principles and advanced concepts, preparing you to address real-world economic and social issues through the Economics Major as part of AUT's Bachelor of Arts.
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand core economic principles and concepts
Demonstrate knowledge of core economic theories and advanced economic concepts, and apply them to analyse real-world issues.
Apply economic analysis to social and policy issues
Critically assess economic decisions in contexts such as resource allocation, public policy, and global challenges like income inequality and climate change.
Develop competencies in econometrics and data analysis
Utilise quantitative methods and econometric tools to interpret economic data and inform policy and business decisions.
About This Course
The Economics major in the Bachelor of Arts at AUT equips students with a deep understanding of economic theory and advanced concepts, focusing on how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions. The program covers core competencies in economic analysis applied to contemporary social and economic issues, and includes practical work experience. Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in policy analysis, research, planning, and consultancy within both public and private sectors. Note: Not open to new students from 2025; economics can instead be included as a second major or minor.
Course Content
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics: Choice and Welfare
- Macroeconomics: Models, Data and Policy
- Introduction to Econometrics
- Microeconomics: Competition, Risk and Strategy
- Applied Macro-econometrics
- Applied Econometrics: Causal Inference
- Academic Communication
- Culture and Society
- Work Integrated Learning (Workplace Experience)
- Knowledge and Inquiry
Entry Requirements
University Entrance or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Policy advisor in a government ministryResearcher in a consulting firm or non-profit organisationStrategic planner, analyst or policy advisor in a local council
Build skills in these industries
Public SectorPrivate SectorConsultingPolicy Analysis
