Department of Economics

A major in Economics prepares students for careers in the financial sector, the corporate sector and various levels of government.  It is also beneficial for undergraduates considering careers in law.  For more information about the employment outlook for economists, consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The Economics major at Iona College is designed to prepare its graduates for any and all of these careers.  Courses in the major include classes in Money and Banking, Current Economic Issues, International Economics, and, unlike many undergraduate programs, Econometrics.  (See Degree Requirements for a complete description of the requirements of the major.)

Students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to include a for-credit internship as part of their major elective courses (see Course Descriptions, ECO 450 for a description of the internship course).

The Economics Club, a co-curricular activity, is active on campus and organizes a number of trips and events.  (See Economics Club for an overview of the Club and its activities.)  Students majoring in Economics also have the opportunity to meet alums and seek advice on careers and advanced degrees. Economics majors participate in the Federal Reserve Challenge series each year providing an analysis of Fed policy.

Classes in the major tend to be fairly small, usually 10 to 20 students, guaranteeing students extensive interaction with professors.  This individualized attention is a hallmark of an Iona education, and is particularly true of the education provided by the faculty of Iona's Economics Department.

For more information, contact

Dr. Pescatrice, Chair
Department of Economics
Iona College
715 North Avenue
or call (914) 633-2216

Students interested in a major or minor in Economics should see an advisor or member of the Economics Department faculty about meeting the requirements.