Master of Economics

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I.    Description

This course provides an opportunity for students to develop and strengthen their skills in the discipline of economics by drawing upon the latest research in the field. The course addresses the growing need for professional economists in both the private and public section by equipping students with in-depth knowledge in economics and the experience of undertaking independent research. The course can provide an effective articulation path into research studies.

II.   Learning Objectives

This course provides the quantitative skills and expertise required to carry out regression analysis, forecasting and financial market analysis. Students acquire the skills to take responsibility for designing and implementing applied econometric projects and the ability to communicate the results to wider audiences. These skills are extremely attractive to the business and finance community.

III.  Learning Outcomes

The Master of Economics offers a fully accredited course designed to produce graduates who will:

• be critical and creative scholars who
  • produce innovative solutions to problems
  • apply research skills to business challenges
  • communicate effectively and perceptively
• be responsible and effective global citizens who
  • engage in an internationalised world
  • exhibit cross-cultural competence
  • demonstrate ethical values
• be critical and creative scholars who
• produce innovative solutions to problems
• apply research skills to business challenges
• communicate effectively and perceptively
• have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and to provide discipline-based solutions required for analysing and assessing the economic impact of policies and regulations on private and government enterprise
• have advanced knowledge to master’s level in economics with the ability for strategic business decision making in a wide range of industries, domestic and internationally.

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