145804 v.2 Master of Applied Economics

MAppEcon(Curtin)

Introduction

This course provides graduates with the theoretical and technical skills necessary to work in economic related areas in both the private and public sectors. It provides a sound basis for graduate students seeking employment in commercial or economic policy related areas, and enables professionals currently employed in the field to further develop their skills.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Any undergraduate degree with a non-economic major. Under certain circumstances students with an economics background may be allowed to enter the course, with the approval of the Head of School.

Specific Requirements

Candidates without a commerce background may be required to complete one or more of the following foundation units before commencing the first stage - Economics Analysis and Asian Economics 550, Legal Environment 560, Financial Management 550, Information for Business Decisions 550.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Waivers from specific units may be approved, with students required to select replacement units with the approval of the Head of School.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is of three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Depending on their previous field of study students may be required to complete up to four additional foundation units before commencing the first stage

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible for Associate Professional Membership of the Economic Society of Australia (WA).

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Majors, Streams or Other Core Components
13503	v.2	Econometrics (Introductory) 511	4.0	25.0
13504	v.2	Economics (Growth and Fluctuations) 502	3.0	25.0
13505	v.2	Economics (Managerial) 504	3.0	25.0
		OR
13507	v.2	Mathematical Economics 501	3.0	25.0
13506	v.2	Economics (Markets) 503	3.0	25.0
		SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		200.0
				300.0

*Optional Units (No Year Level Specified)*			*Hrs/Wk*	*Credits*
5294	v.6	Public Finance 565	3.0	25.0
5735	v.5	Labour Economics 563	3.0	25.0
11653	v.2	Business Dissertation (Economics and Finance) 694	6.0	50.0
12746	v.3	Topics in Macroeconomic Theory and Policy 573	3.0	50.0
13314	v.2	International Trade 501	3.0	25.0
13508	v.2	Econometrics 513	4.0	25.0
13509	v.2	Economic Theory 500	3.0	25.0
13510	v.2	Economics (Asian Development) 507	3.0	25.0
13511	v.2	Economics (History of Economic Thought) 508	3.0	25.0
13512	v.2	Economics (Industrial) 502	3.0	25.0
13513	v.3	Economics (International Trade) 505	3.0	25.0
13514	v.2	Economics (Policy Issues) 506	3.0	25.0
304193	v.3	Time Series Modelling 504	3.0	25.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y	Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

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145804 v.2 Master of Applied Economics

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites Any undergraduate degree with a non-economic major. Under certain circumstances students with an economics background may be allowed to enter the course, with the approval of the Head of School.

Recognition of Prior Learning Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Waivers from specific units may be approved, with students required to select replacement units with the approval of the Head of School.

Duration and Availability This fee-paying course is of three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Depending on their previous field of study students may be required to complete up to four additional foundation units before commencing the first stage

Professional Recognition Graduates are eligible for Associate Professional Membership of the Economic Society of Australia (WA).

Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk