AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Applied Economics in Halifax Canada | Saint Mary's University
Saint Mary's University
|
Halifax Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
21,630
(c. USD15,666.93)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Sobey Master of Applied Economics (MAE) program equips you with practical skills to utilize economic analysis techniques for real-world challenges across public and private sectors. Full-time students can finish the program in 12 months, while the part-time option offers flexibility for working professionals.
Key Advantages
The MAE program focuses on implementing economic principles and econometric methods to address practical concerns in diverse areas such as public policy, environmental economics, financial systems, corporate finance, and global commerce.
Unlike conventional economics Master's programs that prioritize theory, the Sobey MAE stands out for its policy-oriented approach.
Our alumni hold positions in government agencies, leading financial institutions, and corporations such as Irving.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants will possess at a minimum a 4year Bachelors degree with a cumulative GPA equivalent to an average grade of at least B including normally
At least one undergraduate course in Statistics at an intermediate level preferably econometrics
Intermediate microeconomics and macroeconomics and
Economic theory at an advanced fourth-year level
Students whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score
A score of at least 90 on the internet based iBt TOEFL with no band below 20 or
An IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band below 6 is required TOEFLIELTS scores must be less than 2 years old
Letter of Intent Please expand on your areas of interest in a letter of intent between 1-2 pages that briefly states your specific interests and how you expect the program to further your career goals
A sample of previous writing 10-15 pages in length
Transcripts we will accept uploaded unofficial transcripts for evaluation purposes Applicants must upload a grading scale with their unofficial transcripts Successful applicants will be required to submit official final transcripts
Three letters of reference Upon completion of the referee section of your online application your referees will be sent a secure link in order to provide a reference
An up-to-date CV
At least one undergraduate course in Statistics at an intermediate level preferably econometrics
Intermediate microeconomics and macroeconomics and
Economic theory at an advanced fourth-year level
Students whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score
A score of at least 90 on the internet based iBt TOEFL with no band below 20 or
An IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band below 6 is required TOEFLIELTS scores must be less than 2 years old
Letter of Intent Please expand on your areas of interest in a letter of intent between 1-2 pages that briefly states your specific interests and how you expect the program to further your career goals
A sample of previous writing 10-15 pages in length
Transcripts we will accept uploaded unofficial transcripts for evaluation purposes Applicants must upload a grading scale with their unofficial transcripts Successful applicants will be required to submit official final transcripts
Three letters of reference Upon completion of the referee section of your online application your referees will be sent a secure link in order to provide a reference
An up-to-date CV
Tuition
CAD
21,630