School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Economics

Department of Economics

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We provide the research, training and tools necessary to contribute to the expansion of economic theory and apply that theory to the development of dynamic public policy.

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816-235-1314

economics@umkc.edu
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211 Haag Hall
5120 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110

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Erik Olsen
Department Chair
 Email: olsenek@umkc.edu
Phone Number: 816-235-1314

Jill Folsom
Office Support Assistant
 Email: folsomj@umkc.edu
Phone Number: 816-235-1314

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