Institutional economics studies the connection between emerging parts of an economy, a society, and related economic results. Students completing the Certificate in Institutional Economics will deepen their understanding of how institutions emerge, evolve, and influence economic outcomes.
This minor pairs well with degrees in psychology, accounting, mathematics, supply chain and logistics management, and human resources management.
Economics or Quantitative Economics majors must take 16 extra credits of approved electives. Electives taken in this certificate do not count towards the Economics major.
Undergraduate students in the economics department regularly get to participate in applied research including data collection for audit studies. Others have measured the benefits of local amenities, such as Forest Park, and even had their research projects promoted in the national press. Out students have access to agencies and organizations in Portland, Oregon, and are immersed in the robust and growing local economy.
Our students get many opportunities to intern and the ability to work while they’re in school. Economics majors have interned and worked at companies such as Energy Trust of Oregon, the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA), and the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality on tax policy, economics of recycling, and other consulting.
An Economics certificate emphasizes logical thought and problem-solving skills and the ability to connect data. This gives students the ability to see and understand both the “big picture", and the small details. These are skills that employers highly value and gives job seekers a competitive edge. Many of our students go into one of three areas; a Master’s in Economics, a graduate degree in another disciple, or a job in private industry or government.
Some examples are:
- MA in Economics at SUNY Stony Brook
- MS in Statistics at PSU
- Ph.D. programs
- Senior Analyst, Sightlines
- Analyst. M Science
- Pallas Global Capital LLC, New York City
- Senior Demand Planner,. Nike
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Clackamas County Health Department
- Oregon Health Authority
- Bonneville Power Administration