Welcome to the Department of Economics
The study of economics provides students with a compelling framework for understanding the world around them. Economists use simple models to explain decision-making related to markets, investments, schooling, and seemingly non-economic areas like sports, crime, and marriage. They employ careful data analysis to document the outcomes of these decisions, which may include positive outcomes (like economic growth and efficiency) and negative outcomes (like inflation, environmental degradation and inequality).
Students of economics develop critical thinking and technical data analysis skills that are in high demand in the labor market. Our graduates take jobs in finance and banking, business, non-profits and government. They work as financial advisors, mortgage brokers, product managers, economists, forecasters, policy analysts, data visualizers and research assistants. Some pursue advanced degrees in business, law, policy, and economics.
We welcome you to join us!
 | November 13, 2024 Zoom with out-of-state alumni over pizza! Pizza & Professionals Series presented by Alumni Association, learn more! |
 | Check the seminar schedule for upcoming talks! Learn more about the 3rd Annual New Mexico Economics Research Day here. |
Recent News
Can alcohol taxes reduce drinking in New Mexico?
October 22, 2024
Professor Brady Horn provided expert testimony to the New Mexico legislature regarding a proposal to increase alcohol taxes. Read more here. ... [Read More]
UNM research shows methadone, other substance use disorder treatments in jails reduces recidivism
September 26, 2024
If you provide methadone treatment or other substance use disorder treatments in jails, will it reduce people from going back to jail? Several Univers ... [Read More]
