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Economics, MA at University of Windsor

University of Windsor, Canada

Programme overview

The MA in Economics is a two-semester program providing rigorous training in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, with an optional major paper for research experience. Graduates move into PhD programs, government agencies, the financial sector, consulting and academia. Applicants missing prerequisites can enter a one-year qualifying (M1) program.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Economics  |  Duration: Two semesters (8 months)  |  Intake: Fall; application deadline May 1  |  Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Career pathways

PhD study, government agencies, financial sector, consulting, academia.

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Entry requirements

four-year: Intended for students with an honours degree in Economics MASTER'S CANDIDATE (M2) PROGRAM PRE-REQUISITE COURSES: Advanced Microeconomics Advanced Macroeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics Intermediate Macroeconomics Introductory Microeconomics Introductory Macroeconomics At least Introductory Econometrics At least one course University level Calculus At least one course University level Linear Algebra At least one course University level Statistics MISSING PRE-REQUISITES? We offer a one-year qualifying program. Upon successful completion of the Master's Qualifying (M1) program, students will be promoted to the Master's Candidate (M2) program. | three-year: Intended for students with a general degree in Economics or for students with a degree in another discipline and some quantitative training. MASTER'S QUALIFYING (M1) PROGRAM PRE-REQUISITE COURSES: Introductory Microeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics Introductory Macroeconomics Intermediate Macroeconomics At least one course University level Calculus At least one course University level Linear Algebra At least one course University level Statistics Upon successful completion of the Master's Qualifying (M1) program, students will be promoted to the Master's Candidate (M2) program. Note: Applicants will submit a single application that will be considered for both the M2 and M1 programs. MINIMUM CGPA of 70% (or equivalent*) on the last two years of full-time study. * This webpage has some grade equivalencies. If your country is not on the list, email the Graduate Secretary at [email protected].

Graduate application deadlines vary by programme and are listed in each programme profile; the application fee is $125, payable by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Interac Online (Canadian banks only). International applicants should apply at least six months before the planned enrolment date.

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