Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

Melbourne Business School's Master of Economics offers advanced studies in economics and econometrics. You will gain the skills necessary to practice as a professional economist in the public or private sectors.Graduates of the Master of Economics will have detailed knowledge of the most recent research in the disciplines of economics and econometrics and will have developed the skills needed to make their own contributions to that research. Graduates will leave as critical thinkers in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics.

Designed for

Students with prior training in economics wishing to acquire advanced skills to practice as professional economists in the public or private sectors

Structure

The Master of Economics is designed to be completed in two years of full time study and requires completion of 200 points comprising of:4 compulsory core subjects;8 elective subjects;2 quantitative subjects;1 Research Report.

Subjects

  • Economics
  • Econometrics

Standard entry requirements

  • An undergraduate or postgraduate degree with a strong analytical or mathematical component and with a weighted average mark of at least H2A (75%)
  • A statement of intent outlining why you wish to be considered for the course
  • AndThe Graduate Record Examination (GRE) unless you have completed an undergraduate degree in Australia or New Zealand or met one of the approved conditions for GRE exemption

Study pathways

Applicants with an honours degree in economics with a weighted average mark of at least 75%, or a relevant postgraduate degree with a weighted average mark of at least 75% who have completed subjects which satisfy the prerequisites for both the core and quantitative second year subjects in the Master of Economics may be awarded up to 100 points of credit into the Master of Economics. Students enrolled in the Master of Economics who are either unable, or who choose not to continue with their studies, may be eligible to exit with a Graduate Diploma in Economics. Students must have successfully completed the eight subjects which comprise Year 1 of the Master of Economics to be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Economics.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Parkville International: $97,809 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years

Further information

GRE exemptions apply if students have completed their entire undergraduate degree in Australia or New Zealand, or if they fit into the 'humanitarian aid case' category.

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