Economics

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Buckman Hall, a large Gothic stone building

The study of economics, through its emphasis on logical and quantitative analysis and communication skills, serves as excellent preparation for students interested in careers in business, law, medicine, government, non-profits, and international relations, as well as in academic roles. Refer to the American Economic Association webpage on undergraduate careers to learn more about jobs that are available to individuals graduating with a degree in Economics. Economics is also a suitable major for those considering graduate study including programs in economics (MA, applied doctorate, PhD), law, and medicine.

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International Internships

Learn more about international internships for Economics majors.

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Faculty & Staff

Shameel Ahmad
Assistant Professor of Economics
Bruno Badia
Associate Professor of Economics
Courtney Collins
Associate Professor of Economics, Chair of the Department of Economics
Marshall Gramm
Professor of Economics
Teresa Beckham Gramm
Associate Professor of Economics
Hannah Guess
Departmental Assistant
Zoe Laulederkind
Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics
Nick McKinney
Professor of Economics
Jaqueline Oliveira
Associate Professor of Economics

Departmental News and Events

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Economics and mathematics major Drishti Bhatia ’26 presented the winning pitch at the recent Rhodes College Venture Challenge, gaining the $15,000 Grand Prize to help launch PlatePlan, which she co-founded with business major Winston Gasch ’26.
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At Rhodes, Mehn Tala Norm '24 found the flexibility to customize his coursework to suit his academic vision.
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Rhodes College junior Molly Hirner has been selected to receive the Fulbright Canada-Mitacs Globalink Research Internship, which is intended for U.S. students to undertake advanced research projects in their area of interest at a top Canadian university.
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