Department of Economics

Postgraduate Certificate In Applied Economics

Course Type: Postgraduate Coursework Degree
Award: PGCertAppEc - Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Economics
More Information: Department of Economics

Key Features

The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Economics aims to provide graduates in disciplines other than economics with a good understanding of the workings of economics, and an overall knowledge of economic issues.

The certificate consists of 4 units which can be counted towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Economics for those who want to further pursue their studies. 

Suitable For

The Certificate is suitable for graduates in disciplines other than economics. 

Career Opportunities

A wide variety of professional careers in industry, business and government.

Requirements

Entry Requirements: Bachelor degree from a recognised university in an area other than economics.
Course Quota: No
Work Experience Requirements: No
English Language Requirements: English proficiency is required at IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 580. More information can be accessed from Macquarie International.
Domestic Students: Apply through the Universities Admissions Centre. Application forms are also available through Macquarie University's Postgraduate Studies Section.
Fees
International Students: Apply through Macquarie International

Course Details

Minimum Course Duration: 0.5 Years
Location: North Ryde
Mid Year Intake: Yes
Course Commences: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Study Options: Full-time
Part-time
Course Credit Point Value: 16
Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Economics can be directed to:

Marc Lombard
Co-ordinator of the Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma in Applied Economics
Department of Economics
Building E4A, Room 436
Macquarie University NSW 2109
Telephone: (61 2) 9850 8501
Fax:(61 2) 9850 8586

Administrative enquiries can be directed to:

Helen Boneham
Departmental Executive Administrator
Building E4A, Room 410
Macquarie University NSW 2109
Telephone: (61 2) 9850 8488
E-mail:
economics@efs.mq.edu.au

Notes:

Structure of the Course

The certificate consists of 4 units, 2 of which are the compulsory units ECON822 Microeconomics and ECON823 Macroeconomics, and 2 of which are electives chosen from a wide range of units offered at postgraduate level.

For comprehensive details of the course structure and units available, visit the Structure of the course page on the Economics website.

PLEASE NOTE: It is essential that students refer to degree rules and official unit sequences in the University handbook to ascertain their official study program. The university calendar can be found at: http://handbook.mq.edu.au.

It is highly recommended that students access the website http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au at least two weeks prior to enrolment to ensure a suitable schedule for lectures, tutorials and practical sessions for all enrolled units. Please note that new students are required to have their class timetable officially approved by an Academic Adviser upon enrolment and that it is subject to change due to class availability.