Economics examines the behavior and interactions of consumers, labor, business, government, and organizations.

Economics is concerned with how societies provide for the well-being of their citizens and residents, along with public policies to promote well-being.

Faculty members in the Department of Economics are excellent teachers who are committed to providing students with an active and inclusive learning environment while developing their knowledge of contemporary issues and their practical thinking skills.

Economics courses at UNBC address a range of current issues, such as:

• What are the impacts of carbon taxes?
• How can health care be efficiently and equitably provided?
• Should water be privatized?
• What is the best portfolio choice to maximize my investment?

• Official Transcripts
• English language proficiency test scores
• Passport

Overall average of 65% minimum in the following:

• English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12
• Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 60%)
• Two Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
• Additional Grade 12 Course (Elective or Academic)

China:

• 会考 HUIKAO - Senior Secondary School Certificate or 高考GAOKAO - National College Entrance Examination: Minimum overall average grade 70% (B)
• or a pass in English plus three academic subjects and an elective.

India:

• Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/Standard 12/Indian School Certificate/All India School Certificate Examination. Minimum average grade 50% or higher in English 12, three academic subjects and an elective for general entry.
• Three-year diploma issued by a state board of technical education: Minimum average grade of 50% or higher for general entry.
• GCE Edexcel or Cambridge International Examinations: Minimum of two Advanced (A) level subjects and three Ordinary (O) level subjects must be completed with an overall grade point average of C or higher in order to be considered for admission.

All A level subjects presented for admission must have a grade of at least C. Students may substitute two Advanced-Subsidiary (AS) level subjects for one A-level. This is for general entry. 

Iran:

• From 2019: High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream): Minimum average grade of 12 in 5 academic courses for general entry.
• Prior to 2019: High School Diploma and pre-University Certificate. A minimum average grade of 12 or higher in pre-university courses for general entry.