Economics (MA)

Program Overview

This economics program provides a comprehensive foundation in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, econometric methods, and applied economics. Students can tailor their studies with elective courses in specialized fields, preparing them for careers in various industries, including banking, consulting, research, and government. Graduates may also pursue further academic study in economics at the doctoral level.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course Schedule:
• Fall semester:
• ECON 5010 (Microeconomic Theory)
• ECON 5012 (Macroeconomic Theory)
• ECON 5960 (Econometric Theory and Applications)
• Spring semester:
• Minimum of two 5xxx level courses, of which at least one must be an ECON course.
• Modules:
• Microeconomic Theory (ECON 5010):
The study of individual economic agents, such as consumers and firms, and their interactions in markets. Topics covered include consumer behavior, production theory, market structure, and welfare economics.
• Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 5012): The study of the economy as a whole, including topics such as economic growth, inflation, unemployment, and monetary and fiscal policy.
• Econometric Theory and Applications (ECON 5960): The study of statistical methods used to analyze economic data.
Topics covered include regression analysis, time series analysis, and forecasting.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Banks/credit unions/caisse populaires
• Transportation companies
• Agricultural companies
• Management consulting firms
• Economic research institutions
• Trust companies
• Analysis/forecasting firms
• Insurance companies
• Newspapers
• Financial information firms
• Real estate agencies
• College teaching
• International institutions (IMF, World Bank, etc.)
• Stock exchanges
• International trade companies
• Investment dealers
• Manufacturing firms
• Oil companies
• Computer/telecommunication companies
• Department stores
• Environmental protection agencies
• Labour unions
• Government departments (all levels)
• Utility companies
• Statistical research firms
• Further Academic Study:
• Graduates may pursue Ph.D. studies in economics at other universities.