The Applied Economics major in Industrial Economics program is designed to equip students with knowledge in economic theory and the basic skills needed for undertaking economic analysis. The program is for those who are interested in understanding how economic analysis can be applied to resolve issues and problems encountered in a corporate or business environment.

Students will learn the importance of formal economic and econometric modeling frameworks and strategies emphasizing the increasingly dominant role of mathematics and logic. They will develop the ability to communicate the essential aspects of economic policy and its implications through applied research. The program will also develop their problem-solving skills. It likewise promotes the integration of the core Lasallian values into one’s life.

Aside from incorporating mathematical and logical rigor, the curriculum encompasses important fields like corporate planning, financial economics, industrial organization, international trade and finance, money and banking, and other fields directly relevant to the business world.