What happened during the 2008 financial crisis and how can it be avoided in the future Why are some countries poorer than others Why is income inequality rising in Canada and around the world Economics looks at human behaviour in a broad range of contexts, from how individuals or business make decisions to societal challenges, such as how to fight poverty or save the environment. The Economics program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences can be combined with Business and other areas of study. There is also a minor option. You can start this program at the Surrey campus.