Master of Applied Economics

Economic decision making by governments, businesses and individuals can significantly impact our lives, behaviour and wellbeing. Applied economic analysis has become an increasingly important field, requiring people who are skilled at analysing and interpreting economic data to inform decisions about everything from healthcare to financial policy, economic growth and development, natural resources and the environment, the organisation and structure of markets.

This course has been carefully designed to provide students with state-of-the-art applied economics knowledge and skills that can be applied to these areas and many more. This innovative course also has two distinctive features: the importance placed on context and the application of theory to the solution of real world problems; and the opportunity for you to undertake interdisciplinary studies, which recognises that applied economists work in increasingly varied and diverse fields that cross traditional discipline boundaries.

Key Features

• This course has a strong global focus that ensures you’re ready to take the next step in your career – wherever that may be.
• You’ll hone your research skills on the real-world challenges faced by economists and critically evaluate established knowledge in applied economics to examine relevant issues.
• You’ll apply problem solving and decision-making skills to formulate appropriate solutions to complex economic issues.
• You’ll develop models of the economy and analyse real-world economic data, as well as argue the merits of a range of economic policies.
• You’ll have the opportunity to develop your research skills while undertaking a research project.
• You’ll gain the communication skills you need to excel in a professional setting.
• You’ll develop your understanding of empirical analysis relevant to economic issues and gain the ability to undertake original research to support economic arguments.
• You’ll learn to demonstrate ethical reasoning and recognise the role ethics plays in economics.

What You'll Study

Part of what makes Macquarie future focused is that we allow you the freedom to explore your interests across a range of areas, rather than lock you in to a single, narrow field. So follow your passions and tailor your course to your needs and interests.

Units

Units are what we call subjects. Most full-time students take four units – each worth a fixed number of credit points – per session.

Entry Requirements

Most postgraduate courses require a successfully completed Australian bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised institution and may also require a specific grade point average (GPA). Our admissions team will determine whether your qualification meets the requirements.

Course Fees

International fee-paying
AUD $36,000
Indicative annual fee
Fee per credit point AUD $1,125.00