Department of Economics and International Business

Economics is the study of allocating scarce resources among competing needs. Drexel's economics concentration is designed for two groups of students: those who wish to prepare for advanced degrees in the field, and those who want a sound business education with a focus on economics. The program places particular emphasis on the application of theory toward the solution of particular problems in such areas as international trade, money and finance, consumer activities, economic development, and other areas. Economics graduates are employed in private industry and by many government agencies. A significant number of students go on to do graduate work in law as well as economics.

International business focuses on business activities that cross national borders. The plan of study explores the international business environment as well as the internal workings of international corporations and the impact of international considerations on the various functional areas of business.

International business graduates are employed in a variety of corporate settings, including the pharmaceutical, banking and telecommunication industries. Some students pursue graduate studies or find employment in multilateral governmental organizations.

News

We are very pleased to announce that Drexel University has approved a new “Ph.D. in Economics”, starting in Fall 2007.  This replaces the current “Ph.D. in Business with a Specialization in Economics”.  The Ph.D. in Economics is a focused program and the current fields of specialization are International Trade, Industrial Organization, and Open Economy Macro/International Finance.  For more information, read the Ph.D. in Economics announcement.