Master of Economics

The Master of Economics at Sydney is the preferred professional development qualification for many private and public sector employers. The Master of Economics equips you with the critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills required for a rewarding career in a diverse range of roles in the public and private sectors.

Who is it for?

• The course is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking further training in economics for career progression or a career change. Students with an undergraduate background in economics may be eligible for a reduced course duration.

Career paths
The Master of Economics prepares you for a career based on the key skills of economics, econometrics and finance, including:

• Investment analyst/banker
• Business analyst
• Economic analyst for a bank
• Economic policy analyst for Treasury
• Economic policy analyst for a government department or private sector employer
• Management consultant

What you’ll study
You’ll complete units of study in the following categories:

• Foundation: in-depth introduction to microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and quantitative methods – appropriate for students with little or no background in the discipline.
• Core: advanced study in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, as well as communication in an economic context.
• Selective: choice of study in a broad range of economic applications, including at least one specialisation (Econometrics, Economics, Financial Economics).
• Capstone: application of the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course to a short research project.

Subject areas
Browse the various subject areas you can choose within this degree.