The Bachelor of International Economics (BIE) is a new and distinct four-year, full-time degree program. BIE students will graduate with a deep understanding of the workings of the global economy, as well as a strong technical training that will allow them to go on to careers in business, government, or academia. Applicants should expect a rigorous and challenging BIE curriculum built around core courses from the Vancouver School of Economics and our BIE supporting partner, the Sauder School of Business. The program will be housed in a modern facility with classrooms, computer lab, and student lounge space exclusively for the use of BIE students.
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BIE Advantages
- Focus on international trade, international finance and international development
- Cohort-based program with small class sizes (85 students per cohort)
- Direct entry into year one of a four-year economics degree program
- Dedicated career centre, and career counselling built into the program
- Opportunities for internships, exchange programs, research projects, and co-operative education work placements
- 4th-year capstone course structured around partnerships with community groups that have international mandates
- Option to pursue a minor