Bachelor's in Political Economy

Concordia University of Edmonton with a heritage rooted in the Lutheran faith, Concordia embraces diversity and fosters a welcoming atmosphere for students from various backgrounds. The university offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and graduate programs, each designed to instill critical thinking, creativity, and a global perspective. Committed to personalized education, Concordia emphasizes small class sizes, allowing students to engage meaningfully with faculty and peers. Beyond academics, the university promotes a rich campus life, providing numerous opportunities for involvement in clubs, athletics, and community service. As a hub for intellectual growth and cultural exploration, Concordia University of Edmonton prepares students not only for successful careers but also to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world.

A concentration in Political Economy at Concordia University of Edmonton equips you with the skills necessary to understand and analyze the major domestic and international challenges facing Canada today. In the first two years, you will gain an understanding of key concepts in the disciplines of both political science and economics as well as the role of markets and governments in Canadian and global society. In the third year, as a capstone seminar student, you will confront the major, real world policy problems facing Canada, analyze them and look for solutions to them. As a graduate of political economy, you will have the opportunity to pursue professional studies and careers in law, education and journalism or take additional degrees at the graduate level in political science, economics or international affairs. The public service at the national, provincial or municipal level along with business and the non-profit sector also offer career options for graduates. Concordia University of Edmonton’s 3-year Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Economy is a general liberal arts degree. You will complete the 3-year degree to prepare for the job market or to move on to earn another degree or diploma in a related field such as business, education, government, journalism, or law.