Department of Economics | Sapporo Gakuin University

Overview of the Department

Development of capabilities for multifaceted analysis of modern economies from both an international perspective and local standpoint
Provision of educational programs in both international economics and local economics

Features

Development of specialized capabilities with a setup of two courses and five programs
CUP course aimed at acquisition of qualifications and higher potential for finding employment
Preparations for civil service exams and deep understanding of local economies
Nurture of specialists in social surveys and a practical curriculum

Career path after graduation

The Contemporary Economy Course at the Department of Economics develops students’ ability to analyze the contemporary economy from multiple viewpoints, with both an international and regional perspective, and to contribute to the development of a wide range of businesses and local communities. The employment offer rate for students graduating in March 2022 was 93.9%, and 64.7% of those employed were employed by companies headquartered in Hokkaido. In addition, the Career Upgrade Program (CUP) course offers a job-oriented curriculum that focuses on careers in public service, finance, IT, and other fields, enhancing students’ employability. The percentage of students who found employment in the three industries related to the CUP course (public service, finance and insurance, and information and communication) was 26.0%, or over one in four.