Program Overview
This challenging graduate program in economics offers cutting-edge instruction in theory and applications, emphasizing economic modelling and data analysis. Designed for professionals and those pursuing a PhD, it provides a stepping stone to careers in academia or high-skilled economic positions in top institutions.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This is a challenging graduate program in economics that offers innovative instruction in cutting-edge economic theory and applications. Students will learn methods of economic modelling and the art and science of working with data using sophisticated tools. The program is designed for students with a strong background in economics or mathematics, or professionals requiring high-level training in economic theory and applications. It is also suitable for students seeking a stepping stone towards a PhD in economics.
Teaching:
The program features small class sizes, allowing students to learn the methods of economic modelling and the art and science of working with data using sophisticated tools. The University of Sydney has a long tradition of excellence and dynamic research activities in all fields of economics.
Careers:
This qualification is a stepping stone to a career in academia or a highly skilled economic job at institutions such as the Reserve Bank of Australia, the Productivity Commission, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority and the Australian Securities Exchange. Graduates include a Nobel Laureate in Economics and game theory pioneer, Reserve Bank of Australia Governor and Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Michigan.
Other:
The program is 6 months full-time (available part-time) and is not available to student visa holders. The program requires 24 credit points to complete.
