Department of Economics

Lebanon's Top-Ranked Economics Department

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Economics Faculty and Graduates

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Message from the Chairperson

Welcome to the Department of Economics 

It is with great pride that I welcome you to the Department of Economics at the Lebanese American University. Our department is built on a commitment to academic excellence, intellectual creativity and social responsibility. We aim not only to create knowledge and educate students, but also to contribute meaningfully to Lebanon, the region and the global community.

Economics equips students with the tools to understand complex challenges and design solutions that matter. We offer a rigorous curriculum that combines theory, quantitative analysis and applied research. Students learn to think critically, evaluate evidence and engage with real-world economic problems. Our faculty—recognized for both their teaching and research—create a supportive environment where students develop the analytical, problem-solving and communication skills needed to succeed in diverse careers.

Graduates of our department are well prepared for advanced study. They gain a solid foundation in economic theory, statistical methods and policy analysis, complemented by exposure to the economic realities of emerging markets. Many of our alumni have excelled in competitive graduate programs worldwide. Universities can be confident that LAU-trained economists bring intellectual rigor, adaptability and a global perspective to their academic communities.

Our department is also a hub for knowledge creation. Faculty members actively publish in reputable journals, contribute to policy debates and conduct research on development, finance, environment, energy, international trade, labor markets and governance. We welcome partnerships with research institutions seeking collaborators who combine methodological expertise with a deep understanding of Lebanon and the broader Arab region. Together, we can produce insights that advance scholarship and inform policy.

Organizations across the private sector, public sector and international community will find in our graduates individuals who are ready to contribute from day one. Our alumni are trained to analyze data, design solutions and evaluate policies with clarity and precision. Just as importantly, they bring creativity, resilience and a sense of purpose—qualities urgently needed in today’s fast-changing environment. Whether in banking, consulting, government, NGOs or multilateral organizations, our graduates have built strong records of performance and leadership.

At the LAU, the Department of Economics is more than an academic unit—it is a community committed to preparing leaders, advancing research and building partnerships that drive impact. We warmly invite students, universities, research institutions and employers to engage with us in shaping a better economic future.

Jamal Ibrahim Haidar, PhD
Chairperson, Department of Economics 

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