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PhD of Applied Economics

Saskatoon, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
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About the program

Master of Science in Applied Economics at Montana State University is a programme in applied economic analysis and econometrics.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Evaluate advanced concepts in Applied Economics
Integrate organizational analysis
Financial or market reasoning
Professional communication and planning
And communicate evidence-based solutions to complex disciplinary problems.

Career outcomes

For-profit sector
Academia
Government (alumni sectors named on the page)

Curriculum

Coursework in economic theory
Quantitative methods and econometrics combined with collaborative work with faculty and an intensive research thesis on an economic issue the student selects. Applicants need calculus-based intermediate micro and macro theory
Calculus
Linear algebra and econometrics.

Entry requirements

Academic

Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70%
plus demonstrated ability for independent research
supervisor approval is required in many programs
English proficiency if English is not the first language
Grade/entry criteria: Cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the Master's degree.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline; demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study and research; supervisor approval required in many programmes

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4.5
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 63
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Academic References
English Language Proficiency Evidence

How to apply

Review the specific programme admission requirements and intake deadline. Complete the online application on the official university website. Provide academic transcripts
qualifications
applicable English-language results. Upload any additional documents required by the programme. Pay the application fee if the university requires one. Monitor the application decision and respond to the offer. Complete enrollment and immigration steps where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$6,490 CAD
Application fee	$145 CAD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Saskatoon
Faculty or school	College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Graduate research awards and departmental scholarships are competitive and subject to degree, academic record, availability and supervisor or department selection; funding is not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.