Program Overview
The International Economics and Finance at Ryerson 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 International Economics and Finance 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: CAD 21,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,869 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Economics and Finance programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Applied Econometrics
- Financial Theory
- International Finance
- International Trade Theory & Policy
- Country Risk Analysis
- Empirical Topics in International Finance
- Financial Econometrics
- International Corporate Finance
- International Trade Under Imperfect Competition
- Empirical Topics in International Trade
- Global Institutions and the International Economy
- The Law and Regulation of International Trade and Investment
- International Public Economics
- Labour Economics
- Development Microeconomics
- Topics in Econometrics
- Environment and Economic Growth
- Topics in International Economic Development
- Industrial Organization
- Monetary Economics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Have achieved a minimum of at least a 3.0/4.33 (B) average (or equivalent) in their last four semesters (or terms) of undergraduate study in a four-year honours program (or equivalent).
- Demonstrate that they have the necessary background to pursue masters\xc2\x92 level graduate work in international economics and finance. Normally, this would be an undergraduate degree in economics or a commerce degree. The students should be familiar with the undergraduate course content of intermediate macro and microeconomic theory, econometrics, calculus and linear algebra, international economics and finance.
- Provide two letters of recommendation.\xc2\xa0
- Provide a Statement of Interest.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 21,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,869 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 21,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,869 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ryerson 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 Ryerson University
Ryerson University
Ontario, Canada
Toronto Metropolitan University, formerly known as Ryerson University, is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-05
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
