Economics (Master of Arts)

Economics (Master of Arts) is a Masters program taught at Lakehead University, . The program is offered in campus-based modes with full Time options. To successfully obtain Economics (Master of Arts) from Lakehead University you are required to complete credit hours. After completion of Economics (Master of Arts) you will be able to further continue for advance studies or start career as Economist, Economic Analyst, Finance Analyst, Financial Adviser, Banker.

The minimum requirements for admission in Economics (Master of Arts) at Lakehead University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Lakehead University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Lakehead University as pre-requiste for admission in Economics (Master of Arts).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Applicants for admission must be graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute as well as show evidence of scholarly achievement. Except where otherwise stated in the Admission Requirements of a particular program, degree students must have a four year bachelor's degree or its equivalent with at least second class standing (B) based on their last 20 half courses or equivalent.

An applicant holding a degree other than one in the discipline area to which admission is sought will be considered on the basis of courses taken and academic standing. A Qualifying Year at the undergraduate level may be required to meet the admission standards. Courses taken as part of a Qualifying Year can not be used as credit towards a graduate degree.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission. No candidate will be admitted unless the academic unit recommends admission. All applicants will be advised by the Office of Graduate Studies in writing of their admission status.

You need to complete credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/graduate/programs/masters/economics/node/7273

s an economics student you will gain insight into the long-term effects of policy on communities by studying:

• Resource Allocation
• Current Policy Debates
• Statistics
• Economic Theory
• Incentives
• Econometrics
• Decision-Making 

The Economics program offers training in core economic theory courses as well as a number of field options. 

You can join one of the following careers:

• Economist
• Economic Analyst
• Finance Analyst
• Financial Adviser
• Banker