Economics
WPI graduates in Economics pursue diverse career opportunities in Arts & Sciences.
WPI graduates in Economics pursue careers as Engineer, Analyst, Researcher, and similar roles at leading organizations such as Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, World Bank, International Monetary Fund, McKinsey & Company, among others.
Through WPI's project-based curriculum, Economics students work on real-world applications including "Demand and speculation in the commodities market" and "A Study in Maritime Piracy", developing hands-on experience that prepares them for professional success.
Sample Companies that have Hired WPI Economics Graduates
Sample Graduate Schools
Program Tracking Sheets
The Program Tracking Sheets help WPI students to plan and track progress toward their degree. Academic Advising has created tracking sheets for each major and graduation year.
Career Outcomes & Salary Data
The Career Development Center (CDC) has compiled a list of resources to help you learn about salary expectations and companies that have hired recent graduates, including the Post-Graduation Report for WPI's most recent graduating class.