Economics

This is your chance to pursue your degree in a vibrant, research-focused environment where students are encouraged to explore topics beyond the typical definition of economics studies.

Our faculty members regularly publish work in leading academic journals, showcasing expertise in climate change, international trade, energy policy and more. Our students come from diverse backgrounds; in a typical year, we accept 25 students into our two MA programs (thesis- and course-based), drawing from applicants across Canada and around the world.

Our department is committed to the sharing of fresh ideas, sponsoring conferences and workshops, a weekly seminar series, and the newly established Dr. Frank Anton Distinguished Lecture Series in Economics. We are also home to a federal data centre, so students can apply directly for their own research agendas.

Completing this program

• Core Courses: Econometrics, Microeconomic Theory and Macroeconomic Theory.
• Thesis: Students will be required to submit and defend an original research thesis.
• Additional Courses: May include international trade, energy, labour, regulatory, financial or public economics, research methods, other topics.

Outcomes

Regulatory agencies, central banks, international organizations such as the International Monetary Fund, financial services industry, universities.

A master’s degree in economics will give you the pre-requisite for a PhD.