Program Overview
The Economics at University of Waterloo is a MA programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Waterloo, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Math Refresher Course
- Microeconomic Theory
- Macroeconomic Theory 1
- Econometrics 1
- Labour Economics
- Resource Economics
- Topics in Innovation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Honours bachelor\'s degree
- Applicants must have strong preparation in economics and in the mathematical tools needed to be successful in the program, including the following university-level courses.
- advanced microeconomics
- advanced macroeconomics
- advanced econometrics
- mathematical economics; as an equivalent two terms of calculus and one term of linear algebra
- Two academic letters of reference
- Proof of competency in English (if applicable).
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Waterloo directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada
University of Waterloo is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-18
- Language English
- Duration 24 months