Master of Arts [M.A] Economics
- The Master of Arts in Economics is a 2-year program at Carleton University.
- The MA program in Economics contains training in microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and econometrics, as well as elective courses in a wide range of applied fields.
- MA Economics also offers an internship program, allowing students to gain real-life experience and develop a stronger professional network.
- The program has Pathway Options:
- Coursework
- Thesis
- Students can also pursue a concentration in Financial Economics.
- The Internship Placement program gives students an opportunity to apply the analytical skills acquired during their studies in the public service, private sector, or non-governmental organizations.
- There are Collaborative specializations in African Studies and Data Science are also available.
- MA/MBA pathway will allow a student to obtain both an MA in Economics (with a concentration in Financial Economics) and an MBA (with a concentration in Finance and Economics) in 20 months.
- Carleton also has an exchange agreement with the University of Ottawa, which allows the students to enroll in one of their courses (with permission) without paying extra fees.
- The Department of Economics also offers a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Economics.
- The student to faculty ratio is 12:1 which bridges the gap between faculty and students.
- Carleton University has an acceptance rate of 21%, compared to other Canadian universities.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $16711 | $16711 |
| Health Insurance | $567 | $567 |
| Books and supply | $900 | $900 |
| Other Fees | $2250 | $2250 |
| Total Fees | $20428 | $20428 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 86 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 310 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a related field from a recognized institution.
- The related fields include a UG degree in Marketing, Finance, Arts, Science, Government, Retail, Manufacturing.
- GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) which is the equivalent of 8.0/12 on Carleton’s scale is required to be eligible for the program.
Work Experience Eligibility:
Students must have a 2-years of professional work experience to apply for the MBA program.
Others:
Students without related academic experience or work experience students are also encouraged to apply, given they fulfil the following requirement:
- Students who do not possess 2-year of professional work experience must complete the Internship portion of the MBA program.
- Two academic recommendations from professors are required unless the candidate meets the work experience criteria.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed of both a Bachelor’s (3 years) degree and a Master’s degree.
- Or, completed a Bachelor’s degree requiring 4 years of study (e.g., B.Pharm., M.B.B.S, or B.Arch).
- Or, obtain a first-class division (75% or above, Distinction or Outstanding).
- Or, complete 3-year UG from an institution accredited by either AACSB, EQUIS or AMBA.
Submission of GMAT scores is compulsory for this program, however, students may submit a GRE score too in lieu of that.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.