Économique (Master)

The Master's in Economics (Maîtrise en économique) at Université du Québec à Montréal is a research-oriented program focused primarily on economic-policy questions, combining existing economic theory with its application to specific areas. Students may pursue optional concentrations in public economics, labour economics, growth and development, or the history of economic thought, and complete a thesis (mémoire) demonstrating research ability. The program totals 45 credits and runs over a nominal two years full-time or four years part-time, with courses offered during the day and in the evening; admission is at the fall and winter terms. Admission requires a bachelor's degree in economics, or the equivalent, completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on a 4.3 scale; files between 2.8 and 3.2 are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Candidates without the required background may instead be admitted on the basis of appropriate knowledge, training, and relevant experience. Applicants lacking prerequisite economics courses must complete them before their first term of enrolment.