Program Overview
The Agricultural Economics (PhD) at University of Saskatchewan is a MSc 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 Agricultural Economics (PhD) 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 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 5,706 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Saskatoon, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agricultural Economics (PhD) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Natural resource economics
- Environmental sustainability and evaluation
- International trade policy
- Supply chain management
- Public policy and regulation
- Farm business management
- Economics of technological change
- Rural development
- Agri-food marketing
- Food safety and quality
- Agricultural production economics.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A recognized Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in agricultural economics, economics, or a relevant field
- A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units).
- Background training including training in mathematics, statistics, economic theory, and econometrics
- Those students whose undergraduate training is in an area of specialization other than agricultural economics, economics, or a relevant field, are usually required to take about one year of additional training in agricultural economics at the undergraduate level
- Proof of English language proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
- A master\xc2\x92s degree, or equivalent, in a related field of study from a recognized college or university.
- A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units).
- Proof of English language proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
- Transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency (if required)
- Submit additional documents
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 5,706 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 5,706 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Saskatchewan 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 Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Canada
University of Saskatchewan is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months