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DEPARTMENT OF

ECONOMICS

About the Department

The Economics Department offers a broad range of courses that help students interpret and engage with the world’s economic systems. Faculty research informs dynamic, discussion-based classes that connect theory with real-world challenges. The economics programs build a strong foundation in economic analysis and empirical methods, preparing students for graduate study or professional success.

Meet the faculty of the Department of Economics, a community of scholars and educators whose expertise spans economic theory, policy, finance, and global markets. Faculty research and teaching connect analytical thinking with real-world issues, supporting student understanding of economic systems and preparing graduates for careers in business, government, research, and advanced study.

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The Department of Economics offers students both an excellent introduction to the main areas of economics and the opportunity to tailor their learning experience to a varied range of professional and educational opportunities upon graduation.

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senior executive secretary

Room 200 Barnard Hall

Office hours:
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

516-463-5592

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Department Chair

Room 200B Barnard Hall

516-463-5593

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THINK CRITICALLY. ACT STRATEGICALLY.

Study the forces behind growth, inequality, and innovation to prepare for impactful careers in business, government, and research.