Department of Economics

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The Department of Economics began in 1975 as part of the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (DAEA). In 2001, the Visayas State College of Agriculture (VISCA) was transformed into Leyte State University (LSU), leading to the separation of the two components of DAEA and the establishment of the Department of Economics (DOE). In 2006, the DOE offered its first Bachelor of Science in Economics program under Region VIII.

In 2010, the College of Management and Economics (CME) was established, and the DOE was transferred from the College of Agriculture to CME. The department continued to strengthen its academic programs, and in 2017, it began developing a more robust BS Economics curriculum in accordance with CHED policies. By 2020, the department was preparing for AACCUP Level III accreditation, and in 2021, the BS Economics program received its Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC).

The department further expanded its academic offerings with the BS Agriculture major in Agricultural Economics program receiving COPC in 2023, followed by the MS Agricultural Economics program in 2024. In 2026, the department achieved another milestone with the MS Applied Economics program receiving its COPC.

Today, the Department of Economics continues to grow and innovate, committed to producing competent economists and professionals who contribute meaningfully to society.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Course Offered 

Bachelor of Science in Economics

a. major in Environmental and Development Economics
b. major in Business Economics

BSc Agri. major in Agricultural Economics
MSc Agricultural Economics

Career Paths

  • Economist
  • Financial Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Policy Analyst
  • Market Researcher
  • Banker / Banking Professional
  • Consultant
  • Government Professional
  • Development Practitioner
  • Agricultural Economist
  • Environmental Economist
  • Entrepreneur
  • Researcher
  • Academic / Educator
  • Social Impact Professional

Contact

Department of Economics
Faculty of Management and Economics
ADE Building, Upper Campus
Visayas State University
Visca, Baybay City, Leyte
Philippines 6521
Phone: 053-565-0600 local 1024
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