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Old 04-06-2008, 10:21 AM   #1
booboo777
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Grinnell Economics?

So I had a few questions about Grinnell's Economics program.
First of all, here's what I am looking for in an Economics major. It should provide me with a background in business and finances, as well as education on a practical level; something I can use in everyday life. I also think it should give me insight into international economics (I want to pursue a career in international business, or at an international NGO. Not necessarily immediately after finishing my education, but somewhere down the line). If possible, I would like to pursue a concentration in international economics. It should have a REASONABLE amount of math in it.
Here's what I think I could do at Grinnell with respect to my aspirations. I could double major *gasp*. Economics with Global Development Studies. But the problem with this is that Global Development Studies is all about development in LEDCs. Not that there's anything wrong with that, I just don't think that that's something I would want to study. I could double major Economics with Political Science, but this focuses on American policy making. Again, nothing wrong with it, but not something I want to do. Now, I heard that at Grinnell, I can tailor my major to fit my needs. If this is true, do you think I could tailor the Economics major to suit my idea of what an Economics major should be? Are there enough courses in Economics offered which focus on international business, international trade, etc? Also, can Grinnell provide internship opportunities for an economics student which are relevant to my career aspirations?

Thanks everybody

PS: I plan on calling Grinnell and asking the same thing, but I was hoping that a Grinnell student or a parent of a Grinnell student could answer with first hand experience
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