Economics Department Learning Goals

The Westfield State University Department of Economics prepares students to:

• Demonstrate understanding of key economic concepts using quantitative reasoning, written communication, and oral presentation
• Identify model assumptions and assess implications from diverse economic perspectives
• Critically analyze and evaluate economic issues in local, national, and global contexts
• Develop evidence-backed solutions to real-world problems by using the appropriate statistical techniques, quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis methods.