Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Applied Economics

This Master of Science (M.Sc.) program equips you with the skills to apply economic theory to real-world challenges, preparing you to make a difference in society in Canada or internationally. You will gain a deep understanding of economic and financial trends, their impact on markets and society, and how public and macroeconomic policies affect them. The program focuses on constructing indicators for market structure, business performance, and competitive environments, and utilizes advanced econometric techniques and machine learning for forecasting. You will also learn key programming languages for data analysis and benefit from personalized guidance from expert faculty with strong industry connections.

Curriculum

The program consists of 45 credits and can be completed in 16 to 24 months. Students can choose between a thesis track or a supervised project track. The thesis track includes 7 courses (21 credits) and a thesis (24 credits), while the supervised project track involves 5 core courses (15 credits) and a supervised project (30 credits).

1. Core/Elective Courses
   • Time Series EconometricsMATH 60837
   • Monetary and Financial MacroeconomicsECON 60820
   • International Macroeconomics SeminarECON 60801
   • Economic Behaviors and Project EvaluationECON 60803

Careers

This Master's degree is highly valued by organizations, preparing graduates for diverse roles in economic analysis and strategy. The program's focus on applied economics and advanced analytical techniques makes graduates sought-after professionals.

• Data Analyst
• Economic Policy Analyst
• Market Economy and Strategy Analyst
• Economist