McMaster University offers Economic Policy (MA), a master's degree in Economics programme in Hamilton, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year.
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Economics
Duration: 1 year
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in Economic Policy at McMaster University is a one-year program providing graduate-level training in economics, with an emphasis on building the skill set required for empirical economic policy analysis and program evaluation. The program combines policy-oriented required courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics with economic policy analysis courses; students may also take electives offered in the MA in Economics program. The program focuses on explaining and analyzing the relationships of economic phenomena at the individual and economy-wide levels that affect the allocation of resources and the distribution of well-being, using economic theory and quantitative methods. The program is completed on a full-time basis over a nominal length of one year, with typical entry in September. The credential awarded is a Master of Arts in Economic Policy, preparing graduates for careers in economic policy analysis and program evaluation.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a four-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university or college with at least a B+ average (equivalent to a McMaster GPA of 8.5 out of 12) in the final year of study, in courses relevant to the discipline of the proposed graduate work. A three-year degree meeting the Bologna Accord's European Higher Education Area framework is accepted in place of a four-year degree, with a Diploma Supplement attached to the transcript. Strong letters of recommendation are required, along with official transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended. Admission is competitive: meeting the minimum average does not guarantee a place, and the Graduate Admissions and Studies Committee of the relevant Faculty makes the final decision. Applicants whose primary language is not English, and who have not completed a degree taught in English, must submit an IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in each band) or a TOEFL iBT score of at least 92.
