Master of Economics (MEC)
Program Learning Outcomes
Master of Economics is designed to provide sound theoretical background in the principles of economics and equips students with analytical tools and techniques for understanding the evolution of the world economy. By the end of this program, students will be able to apply economic analysis to everyday problems in real world situation, to solve problems that have clear solution, to use statistical methodology, and to analyze relevant economic models. Students are required to complete 48 credit hours that comprising of 12 credits for basic core courses, 15 credits for major core courses, 9 credits for elective courses, and 12 credits for integrative courses and research paper or research project or research thesis.
Code Course Title Credit
Basic Courses 12 credits
ECO501 Applied Statistics & Forecasting (3)
ECO506 Mathematical Methods in Economics (3)
ECO502 Managerial Economics (3)
ECO512 Environmental Economics (3)
Major Courses 15 credits
ECO612 Econometrics (3)
ECO513 Advanced Microeconomic Theory (3)
ECO514 Advanced Macroeconomic Theory (3)
ECO518 Economics & Benefit-Cost Analysis (3)
ECO615 International Trade Theory & Policy (3)
Elective Courses 9 credits
ECO623 Game Theory (3)
FIN616 Public Finance (3)
FIN611 International Finance (3)
FIN612 Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management (3)
MGT526 Public Management and Organizational Change (3)
MGT621 Research Methodology (3)
MGT615 Strategic Management (3)
Final Semester (3 options)
Option I: Final Exam. (3 courses + Paper) 12 credits
ECO616 Monetary Policy (3)
ECO613 Economic Growth Theory (3)
ECO614 Public Economics (3)
ECO617 Research Paper (3)
Option II: Project (2 courses + Project) 12 credits
ECO618: Research Project (6)
Option III: Thesis (No course + Thesis) 12 credits
ECO619 Research Thesis (12)
Total 48 credits
