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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Arts in Economics (Coursework)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Arts in Economics (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $6,198 CAD

  • Application fee

    $125 CAD

  • Duration

    1 year

  • PGWP

    1 year

  • Min GPA

    3 out of 4.33

Highlights
Research Project

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Co-op

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 15-January-2024 2024-01-15

Overview

Master of Arts in Economics

The Economics MA program at SFU provides training in a wide range of theoretical, empirical, and policy-relevant fields. 

The program is offered on a full-time basis and can be completed in one year.

This program has three options and consists of coursework and either a thesis, research project, or research paper, for a minimum of 40 units.

Co-operative education (Co-op) is an optional university program that provides work experience to complement the MA program. Students in good standing, with a minimum 3.0 CGPA, may apply for Co-op. 

The Co-op program consists of one or two work terms. Applications are made through the Arts and Social Sciences Co-op Coordinator during the first term of study.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$15,934

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,924
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,736
Tuition 1 person $6,198

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.75 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Reference Letters
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE scores
  • English proficiency test scores
  • Statement of interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Writing sample
  • Passport

Language requirements

GRE
is required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
6.5
listening
6.5
writing
6.5
speaking
6.5
reading

TOEFL

93
20
listening
20
writing
20
speaking
20
reading

PTE

65
60
listening
60
writing
60
speaking
60
reading

Cambridge

193
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Academic background and requirement

The usual prerequisite for admission into the MA Program is a Bachelor's degree in economics from a recognized institution. The minimum cumulative grade point average required for admission is 3.0.

Qualified students with a Master’s degree in another discipline may also be admitted.

Career opportunities

  • Foreign Affairs Officer
  • Brand Manager
  • Securities Agent
  • International Relations Officer
  • Economic/Community Development Officer
  • Financial Analyst
  • Real Estate Development Researcher
  • Financial Broker
  • Bank Manager
  • Import and Export Advisor
  • Quantitative Analyst
  • International Trade Analyst
  • Stock Exchange Floor Trader
  • Loan Officer
  • Management Consultant
  • Procurement Officer
  • Lobbying Researcher
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Business Development Officer
  • Public Affairs Coordinator
  • Market Research Assistant
  • Community and Social Service Worker
  • Political Campaign Worker
  • Economist
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Investment Analyst

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