Become one of the highest paid graduates in Australia by learning how to question, analyse, model and predict human behaviour.

This degree will help you answer questions such as:

• How can economies protect themselves against climate change?
• What are the benefits of free trade, and do economic sanctions work?
• How can the government encourage innovation?

Initially, you'll develop core economic skills through a set of compulsory courses. Then you will study either econometrics or how economics shapes areas such as public policy, business and industry, trade and the environment.

When you graduate, you'll be in high demand. You could work as an analyst, adviser, consultant, economist or researcher in a huge range of industries.

Our past graduates have worked in areas including consulting, infrastructure, environmental management, international finance, investment and trade, natural resources, health, treasury and statistics.

International and Financial Economics

This major focuses on the economic aspects of financial systems in a globalised world.

You'll learn to see the big picture and think beyond borders. You’ll study banking and international trade theories, and gain an understanding of financial systems and the role they play in economies. You'll also get to choose from advanced-level electives in areas including macroeconomics, econometrics and financial management.

Graduates usually work in banking and financial institutions, government agencies, consulting firms, and private enterprise

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

• Corporate banking analyst
• Trade finance operations officer
• International trade manager
• Economic consultant