Economics Co-op Information for Employers
Adding Value to Your Team
Economists may be called upon to explain or predict some of the most interesting and puzzling issues of our time such as the fluctuations in interest rates and oil prices, the value of the dollar or the implications of continental free trade. Economic analysis can assist governments and organizations in making important decisions concerning budgets and investments. A knowledge of economics helps students to understand the implications of global trends, and changes to the tax system or health insurance plans, for example.
University of Guelph Advantage
Guelph’s Economics program provides an excellent preparation for a management career in business or government and provides students with a concentrated academic foundation. Prior to their first work term, students have studied intermediate level economic theory, mathematics, statistics/econometrics and computer/information technology. At the University of Guelph, the Economics program has a broad focus with students applying theory to multiple areas including:
- Environment and natural resources
- Housing and health
- Finance and banking
- International/regional development
- Government policies
- Labour and organizations
Our co-op process responds to your needs. Employers can post, hire and interview throughout the semester and our students are available for 4 or 8 month work terms. The Experience Guelph hiring tool makes hiring Guelph co-op students easy!
Student Strengths
Critical Thinking
Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, developed as students complete extensive research projects.
Deep Understanding
A comprehensive understanding of economics as it applies to a variety of industries and sectors.
Leadership
Strong leadership and communication skills, developed through education and work experiences.
Economics Work Term Schedule
| YEAR | FALL | WINTER | SUMMER |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONE | Academic | Academic | Off |
| TWO | Academic | Academic | Work |
| THREE | Work | Academic | Work |
| FOUR | Academic | Work | Work |
| FIVE | Academic | Academic |
Economics Course Sequencing
Fall
- Introductory Microeconomics
- One Of: Elements of Calculus I or Calculus I or Business Mathematics
- 3 Electives
Winter
- Introductory Macroeconomics
- One Computer Science Course
- 3 Electives
Fall
- Intermediate Microeconomics
- Intermediate Macroeconomics
- Economic Statistics
- Introductory Mathematical Economics
- Introduction to Cooperative Education
- 1 Elective
Winter
- Introduction to Econometrics
- 3 Electives
- One 3000 Level Economics or Finance Course
Summer
Work Term One
Fall
Work Term Two
Winter
- 4 Electives
- Quantitative Methods of Data Analysis or Restricted Elective
Summer
- 5 Electives/Restricted Electives
Fall
- Two 4000 Level Sociology or Political Science Courses
- 2 Electives
- Quantitative Methods or Restricted Elective
Winter
Work Term ThreeSummer
Work Term Four
Fall
- One 4000 Level Sociology or Political Science Course
- 4 Electives
Please see the current undergraduate calendar for more information.
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