Master of Arts in Economics - Finance (Major Research Project)

Join a welcoming and collaborative campus community and learn from internationally-recognized researchers in the Master of Arts MA in Economics program at the University of Guelph. This advanced program will extend your economics and finance knowledge beyond the undergraduate level and prepare you for a variety of roles within the public and private sectors, as well as further education at the PhD level. The program offers a finance specialization for students who wish to focus their studies towards finance-based economics.Advancing your knowledge in core economic theory and quantitative methods will prepare you to work in public policy and conduct economic research that will help solve any economic and business problem. Our MA program offers a strong introduction into advanced theoretical coursework and the flexibility to investigate your interests through elective courses.Graduates of the MA in Economics program can be found in a range of organizations across Canada and around the worldInternational Monetary Fund, World Bank, Statistics Canada, Federal Privy Council Office, Scotiabank, Bank of MontrealOntario Ministry of Finance, Hydro Québec, Ontario Securities Commission, Informetrica