Program Overview
The Economics at Simon Fraser University is a MA programme in Business & Management over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Burnaby, 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
- Mathematical Economics
- Microeconomic Theory I
- Econometrics
- One elective course
- Macroeconomic Theory and Policy
- Applied Econometrics
- One elective course
- Two elective courses
- MA Research Paper
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The usual prerequisite for admission into the Master\'s Program is a Bachelor\'s degree in economics with a first or high second class standing. The minimum cumulative grade point average required for admission is 3.0. \xc2\xa0Students with strong backgrounds in disciplines other than economics may also be admitted as qualifying students to give them the opportunity to strengthen their economics background.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,075 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Simon Fraser University 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 Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Simon Fraser University 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- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months