Looking to broaden your understanding of economics, strengthen your analytical skills, or explore exciting new topics? The Department of Economics is offering new courses:
ECON 2NN3 – Political Economy of Development
This course is an excellent option for students pursuing a Minor in Economics or looking for an additional elective to complete their program requirements. Newly introduced this year, it is not yet listed in the Undergraduate Calendar. Explore the fundamental drivers of economic development, including property rights, the rule of law, state capacity, and other key institutions that shape economic growth.
Sessional Instructor: Mark Gradstein, from Ben Gurion University.
ECON 3EE3 – Econometrics 1
Want to stand out with strong analytical and data skills? ECON 3EE3 takes you beyond theory, teaching you how economists use data to evaluate trends, test ideas, and forecast the future. Gain hands-on experience with regression techniques and develop skills valued in economics, business, finance, and public policy.
Instructor: Rubina Hundal
ECON 2BE3 – Intro to Behavioural and Experimental Economics
Unlock the science of decision-making. Learn how experimental economics reveals why people behave the way they do and how these insights can be applied to business, public policy, and everyday life.
Instructor: Billur Gorgulu
If you are having trouble enrolling due to reserved seating, please email your Full Name and Student number to the Econ Dept.
We encourage students to review course descriptions in the McMaster Undergraduate calendar to ensure you meet the prerequisites:
- ECON 2MP3 – Macroeconomic Policy | Instructor: Marc-Andrè Letendre
- ECON 1BB3 – Introduction to Macroeconomics | Instructor: Marc-Andrè Letendre
- ECON 2ZZ3 – Intermediate Microeconomics II | Instructor: Anastasios Papanastasiou
- ECON 3HH3 – International Trade | Instructor: Svetlana Demidova
Any additional questions about course selection, degree requirements, or academic planning, please contact the Faculty of Social Science’s advising team.