Economics
Innovate in Economics
With a tradition stretching back 80 plus years, The UMKC Department of Economics is globally known as a center for creative and innovative economics. Our unique, interdisciplinary approach encourages students to challenge the status quo and find new and better ways to explain the world.
Explore Our Programs
Students who major in economics are trained to think critically. In our programs, we develop theories about how the world works and then go about testing their validity in the real world.
Why Study Economics at UMKC?
Novel Perspectives
While we do teach standard economic theories and how they've been applied, we also look beyond standard model constraints, exposing you to the latest analytical techniques that are useful for whatever hypothesis is being studied.
Experiential Learning
Participate in meaningful internships with local businesses, gaining hands-on experience while working toward your degree.
Abundant Opportunities
Beyond our introductory seminars, you'll benefit from small class sizes and opportunities to work closely with accomplished faculty on research projects. Undergraduate and graduate students have various opportunities to present their work.
Successful Graduates
Our graduates are sought after in the field and have earned positions in investment firms, consulting firms, health-care organizations, real estate, banks, government offices and other organizations.
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Student Insights
The most important ability for young students to learn is the one that allows them to understand and explain the world around them. The interdisciplinary approach of UMKC economics has given me a toolbox of understanding in sociology, anthropology, political science, history and philosophy, and emphasized their place within the context of our economic world. The lessons learned in this program will fill anyone with a deep sense of fulfillment.
Sam Stockman
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Economics
Center for Economic Information
Established in 1994, the Center for Economic Information (CEI) conducts research with and for the public sector, making use of our strengths in geographic information systems, economic statistics and econometrics. Learn more about our organization and efforts.