Econometrics focuses on the development and application of quantitative methods to model everything from individual consumer behaviour through to the collective workings of the economy.
This major is an option for students with strong skills in mathematics and graduates are employed in roles such as Economic and Business Forecaster, Economic Researcher, Financial Analyst, Graduate Economist, Investment Analyst, Market Researcher, Policy Advisor and Statistical Analyst.

Studying Econometrics at UNSW

Econometrics is offered as an undergraduate major by the UNSW Business School for students enrolled in economics degrees.

Students with above average grades in their Econometrics courses are invited to join the Honours program, requiring an additional year of study. An Honours year adds extra value to an undergraduate degree and is highly regarded by employers.