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!
Recent News
UNM Researchers Use New Machine Learning Method to Detect Self-Harm History Hidden in Veterans’ Medical Records
June 5, 2026
Economics professor David van der Goes is a co-Investigator on a project that used machine learning to identify hidden health threats in VA medical re ... [Read More]
Summer Research Fellowships Support 20 Graduate Students
May 20, 2026
The Department of Economics is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Summer Research Fellowship. The Fellowship provides a stipend to doctora ... [Read More]
