Department of Economics

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We find solutions to society’s economic challenges

We are helping the business community and governments to make better decisions, provide solutions to economic issues, and address the societal challenges of our times.

Our expertise

Economists don’t just speak the language of numbers – they apply it to society’s challenges to help create a better world.

Our core focus is on bringing organisations and communities together, enabling a broad understanding of how economics affects people’s lives.

Our areas of expertise include:

  • applied econometrics
  • business statistics
  • ecological economics
  • economics
  • financial econometrics
  • health economics.

Our programs

We teach through real-world experiences and strive to create and share the knowledge that addresses gaps in business and society.

Our programs help you to interpret the broader world and apply that insight to creating lasting change for individuals, companies and governments worldwide.

You may at first think its so different you may feel like you are starting all over again. But I quickly realised that university gave me analytical tools, understanding and insights that really made the difference in my career.

Professional accreditation

The longest-serving global accrediting body, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), accredits Macquarie Business School.