MA/MS in Economics

This program offers a Master of Arts in Economics, with a PhD also available, through Toronto Metropolitan University's Department of Economics, in the specialization International Economics and Finance. Coursework combines a non-credit mathematics and statistics review with four core courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, applied econometrics and financial theory, one field course chosen between international finance and international trade and policy, and two elective courses. Students complete the degree through a master's paper, an internship or an additional elective course. The program is offered full-time or part-time and includes opportunities for one-on-one interaction with faculty, program coordinators and other students. Research areas taught by faculty span applied and theoretical econometrics, asset pricing, economic growth and development, environmental and labour economics, game theory, industrial organization, international finance and trade, and monetary economics. Graduates typically move into research and management roles at national and international organizations.