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Public Affairs - Public Finance (Master's)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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Offered by Université Laval in Québec, Canada, Public Affairs - Public Finance (Master's) is a master's degree in Finance, Banking & Insurance programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered in a hybrid format. Tuition for international students is CAD 42,009 per total (CAD 6,044 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Finance, Banking & Insurance
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: Hybrid
Local tuition: CAD 6,044 / total
International tuition: CAD 42,009 / total

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Program details

Overview

This Master of Arts (M.A.) in public affairs, specializing in public finance, offered by Université Laval, combines theory, methodology, and practice in public management and policy analysis, with an emphasis on political communication, lobbying, public-administration reform, evidence-based policymaking, and quantitative economic methods. The 45-credit programme culminates in a professional internship within a public organization. It is designed to take approximately two years to complete full-time, with a part-time option available. Some courses are offered at a distance, with hybrid and comodal formats available for select courses. Intake is offered in two sessions per year. It leads to a Maîtrise ès arts (M.A.) and is intended for candidates seeking specialized training in public-finance policy and management.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.20 / 4.33
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in social sciences, or a diploma judged equivalent. A cumulative average of 3.2 or higher on the 4.33 scale is required. Non-francophone applicants must demonstrate French proficiency through a TCF score of at least 400/699 on the mandatory sections, or equivalent coursework. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a motivation letter, and a letter of reference. Degree completion requires English proficiency at intermediate level II, demonstrated by a VEPT score of at least 53/70, a TOEIC score of at least 675/990, or successful completion of ANL-2020 with a grade of C or higher.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Université Laval

“Deo favente haud pluribus impar”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Public Affairs - Public Finance (Master's) award?

Université Laval awards a Master's Degree in the field of Finance, Banking & Insurance on completion of this programme.

How long does Public Affairs - Public Finance (Master's) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Public Affairs - Public Finance (Master's) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 42,009 per total (CAD 6,044 per total for local students).

Can Public Affairs - Public Finance (Master's) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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