Program type
Course-based
Economics (GrDip)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
1 year
Credits
30 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter
Program overview
The Graduate Diploma in Economics provides a general overview of macroeconomic, microeconomic, and econometric theories and methods. Course materials and resources are designed for students who want to pursue their studies at more advanced levels and for working professionals interested in economics as a secondary field. Economists recognize that today’s policy makers and business leaders require deep knowledge of economic applications and policies. Now more than ever, we need critical minds with a broad foundation in the field to study the trade-offs between growth and pollution, public and private medical services, and many other pressing issues that affect our daily lives. In addition to numerous theoretical and applied research interests in economics, our professors are engaged in various multidisciplinary projects - contributing to publications in statistics, sociology, and medical research, as well as in government policy reports and media opinion pieces.
Admission requirements
- Undergraduate degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or the equivalent.
- Sufficient credits in economics and basic statistical and mathematical methods to cope with graduate-level courses in economics.
- Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the Graduate Admission page for further information on the Language Proficiency requirements and exemptions.
In exceptional cases, and at the discretion of the Graduate Program Director, an applicant who has not yet satisfied this Arts and Science prerequisite may be admitted, providing that the missing courses are included in the student's program in addition to the normal course requirements for the diploma.
Other programs of interest
Economics (MA)
- Thesis
- Co-op
Plan, manage and execute in-depth research projects that examine a wide array of subjects using real-world data to successfully land a career related to economics or to pursue a PhD.
Department
Faculty