Evaluate policy by actively questioning mainstream thinking. From energy and the environment to poverty and welfare, you’ll explore a breadth of topics in economic theory and analytic methods. Developing the skills necessary to understand, analyze, research and evaluate economic phenomena, processes and issues, you’ll graduate prepared to be an active citizen and successful professional.
Gillian secured a summer internship with Citigroup, a multinational investment bank and financial services company, after connecting with HWS alums at the company. In addition to her coursework, Gillian credits her position on the Investment Committee, her involvement with HWS Investment Club and her work with the Salisbury Center for Career, Professional and Experiential Education with preparing her for the role.
Economics students looking to engage more in their work can study and complete Honors and research projects in their chosen topic with the guidance of a faculty mentor.
Past examples of Honors projects include:
Learn what it’s like to work on Wall Street during a networking trip to New York City or help local entrepreneurs craft a viable business plan at the Bozzuto Center.
At HWS, learning goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. You’ll gain high-impact, practical experience that deepens learning and opens doors.
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Examine the environmental economics of Central Europe in Czech Republic, study macroeconomics in Germany or explore political economy in Taiwan.
Wherever you go, our nationally-ranked global education program will allow you to apply classroom knowledge, develop cultural understanding and build global connections that expand your personal capacity and sense of purpose.
Learn how economic issues connect to our daily lives.
Learn about the US financial markets, instruments and the related major financial theories and models.
Explore, analyze, and assess how our society cares for those who cannot provide all of the necessities of life for themselves, including children, the infirm, and the elderly.
Students move back and forth between theory and practice, learning how basic principles from economic theory can be applied to environmental questions. Evaluate how these principles have been used to implement policy nationally and internationally.
Learn economics in the 27,000 square-foot Stern Hall. The hall encompasses the departments of economics, political science, anthropology, sociology, environmental studies and Asian languages and cultures and features classrooms, research and seminar rooms and a laboratory. Stern Hall is named for Honorary TrusteeHerbert J. Stern ’58, P’03, LL.D. ’74. Stern served as judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey and as judge of the United States Court for Berlin. A trial lawyer, Stern is the author of numerous works including Diary of a DA: The True Story of the Prosecutor Who Took on the Mob, Fought Corruption, and Won.
"My time at HWS has largely paved my career path. Prior to attending the Colleges, I had not even considered pursuing a degree in Economics (let alone pursuing a career in financial services). The professors and Career Services staff provided mentorship and guidance that led me towards a future I take pride in."
