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Economics

An economics degree provides students with a versatile, powerful set of analytic tools for studying the social sciences. The general concentration is appropriate for students who intend to enter professional programs (i.e., law or public policy) or pursue careers as managers or economic analysts in government or business. The quantitative economics concentration is appropriate for students who plan on pursuing master’s or doctoral work in economics and preparing for careers in research and/or teaching.

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Learn more about career options in your field by clicking below to learn about different focus areas, typical employers, and strategies to get started. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page for links to professional associations, industry job search tools, and resources for additional insight.

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Tap into Greyhound Nation to learn more about what you can do with a Loyola degree in Economics. Get advice and insight from those who have been in your shoes. Explore profiles of Loyola students and alumni on LinkedIn, where you can search and sort by major, industry, location, and more. Consider asking an alum for an Informational Interview to learn more about their career, employer, and industry trends.

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Example Job Titles & Employers: 0-5 years post graduation
  • Analyst - PNC Financial Services
  • Innovations & Operations Associate - Prudential
  • Financial Advisor - Rise North Capital
  • Contract Administrator - U.S. Department of Homeland Security
  • Communications and Development Associate - Women's Congressional Policy Institute
  • Training Coordinator - Abbott
  • Research Assistant - KNG Health Consulting, LLC
  • Merchant Portfolio Analyst - PayPal
  • Trust Administrator - Brown Brothers Harriman
  • Allocation Analyst - Burlington Coat Factory
  • Health Consulting Analyst - Mercer
  • Institutional Equity Operations Team Member - Morgan Stanley
Example Advanced Degrees Pursued: 0-5 years post graduation
  • M.A. in Teaching - Loyola University Maryland
  • MTS (Master of Theological Studies) - Loyola University Maryland
  • MSc in International Business - University of Nottingham
  • M.A. in Applied Economics - Lehigh University
  • Ph.D. in Economics - University of Illinois Chicago

Get Involved at Loyola

On-campus organizations and student groups are a great way to get exposed to career options. You can learn more about an industry and connect with other students with similar goals. Click here for a full list of all current student organizations. 

  • Adam Smith Economic Society

Volunteering is another way to gain career experience that might help you make a decision about your path or gain marketable skills for the future. Connect with the Center for Community, Service, and Justice (CCSJ) to learn more.

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