Economics explores the interdependence between New Zealand and the rest of the world.
Do you enjoy spending money?
Do you want to know how the economy works?
Do you like debating current government issues?
Do you want to expand your general knowledge?
Economics is the study of how people as individuals and groups satisfy their needs by allocating and managing scarce resources. There are many career options either within Economics, in the private sector or with government agencies, both within New Zealand and overseas. It also enables you to enter the workforce as an employee or become a self-employed entrepreneur.
An Economics Degree combines nicely with many other subjects in other degrees.
Economic knowledge is worthwhile for your own personal growth as well as future employment.