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Welcome to the School of Economics

Georgia Tech’s School of Economics provides a rigorous intellectual foundation for addressing the complex challenges of the 21st century. Our faculty and students integrate economic theory and advanced empirical methods to produce scholarship and policy insights that contribute meaningfully to the advancement of global well-being. 

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Faculty Highlight

Karen Yan

Assistant Professor Karen Yan shares her inspiration for pursuing economics, her advice for students interested in the field, and much more.

Student Highlight

Rupkatha Banerjee

Rupkatha Banerjee, president of the GT ODE economics honor society, reflects on her experience in the School of Economics and shares her advice for new students and goals for the future.

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Alumni Highlight

Thomas Ware

"I love working with talented people and making new stuff. There’s no substitute for sitting down with your team, sketching a design, and watching it come to life and impact thousands of people in real-time," Ware says.

Upcoming Events

  • Friday October 17 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    ECON Seminar Series: Nathan Yoder, University of Georgia

    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    Location: Old Civil Engineering Building (OCE), G10

    Featuring Nathan Yoder, University of Georgia.

  • Monday October 20 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Ivan Allen College Dean's Listening Sessions

    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Location: Savant Building Conference Room

    Join Dean Amanda Murdie for a series of listening sessions to share your perspectives on the Ivan Allen Advantage strategy.

  • Tuesday October 21 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Ivan Allen College Dean's Listening Sessions

    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Location: Savant Building Conference Room

    Join Dean Amanda Murdie for a series of listening sessions to share your perspectives on the Ivan Allen Advantage strategy.

  • Wednesday October 22 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Ivan Allen College Dean's Listening Sessions

    9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Location: Savant Building Conference Room

    Join Dean Amanda Murdie for a series of listening sessions to share your perspectives on the Ivan Allen Advantage strategy.

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