Economics
Economics is about making decisions. It studies how individuals, businesses,
and governments choose to allocate scarce resources to satisfy alternative
goals. As a social science, it also analyzes the interactions among these
decision- makers through various institutions such as markets or corporations.
Economists consider how well the outcomes of these interactions meet
people’s desires, and they ask how public policy might improve upon these
outcomes.
The Economics faculty offer a highly structured, rigorous program
emphasizing quantitative methods. The program covers traditional topics related
to market interactions, such as monopolies and antitrust, labor markets,
economic growth, and the business cycle. It also covers non-market interactions
such as those involved in politics, crime, families, and cultural traditions.
In learning to think in terms of incentives and tradeoffs, Economics majors
develop analytical skills, quantitative tools, and clarity of thought that are
useful for just about any occupation. The UCI Economics degree also provides
excellent preparation for graduate study in law, business administration,
public policy, and social sciences.
The economics major is designed for students seeking a broad education
applicable to occupations in business, law, and government.
Explore our Economics Department
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