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Graduate Certificate in Economics
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Certificate
Duration 6 months full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code
3GC021
3CM120
2009
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
The Graduate Certificate in Economics is designed to provide training in theoretical and applied aspects of modern economics and econometrics to graduates of other disciplines.
The program is particularly suitable for managers and key decision makers who wish to expand their understanding of economic principles and applications.
Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate are required to undertake intermediate level courses to the value of 12 units.
- Program Structure
Students choose four courses from the following: Applied Econometrics IIID*, Consumers, Firms & Markets IID, Resource & Environmental Economics IIID, Econometrics IIID*, Public Economics IIID, International Trade and Investment Policy IID, International Finance IIID, International Economic History IIID, Economic and Financial Data Analysis IID*, East Asian Economies IID, Development Economics IIID, Strategic Thinking for Decision Making IIID, Macroeconomic Theory & Policy IID, International Trade IIID, Business Data Analysis ID*, Mathematical Economics*, Economic Theory IIID, Money, Banking & Financial Markets IIID, Public Finance IIID.
*students are reminded that some mathematical and statistical background is desirable for these courses. - Related Programs
- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
Apply through SATAC www.satac.edu.au Tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $4,429 for 6 monthsMid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent.Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies or equivalent.How to Apply
Apply through SATAC: www.satac.edu.auInternational applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Tuition fee International student place: $12,600 for 6 months Mid-year entry? Yes CRICOS 031014D Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degreeEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Tuition fee International student place: $12,600 for 6 months Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyAssumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies or equivalent. - Areas of Specialisation
Intermediate Level Electives - Applied Econometrics
- Development Economics
- Econometrics
- Economic Theory
- International Economic History
- International Finance
- International Trade
- Labour Economics
- Money, Banking & Financial Markets
- Public Economics
- Resource & Environmental Economics
- Strategic Thinking for Decision Making
Higher Level Electives - Econometrics
- Economic Development
- International Finance
- International Trade
- Labour Economics
- Long Run Growth
- Macroeconomics
- Mathematical Economics
- Microeconomics
- Public Economics
Advanced Level Electives - Advanced Macroeconomics
- Advanced Microeconomics
- Advanced Econometrics
- Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Courses
You must complete four of the following courses to qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Economics (a minimum of 12 units):
Available Semester 1 & 2
- ECON 7051 Intermediate Econometrics IID*
- ECON 7071 Intermediate Macroeconomics IID*
- ECON 7011 Intermediate Microeconomics IID
Available Semester 1
- ECON 7075 Mathematical Economics IID*
- ECON 7001 Topics in Applied Econometrics IIID*
- ECON 7050 International Economic History IIID
- ECON 7114 Money, Banking & Financial Markets IIID
- ECON 7058 Development Economics IIID
- ECON 7032 Public Economics IIID (Course information available late 2009)
- ECON 7072 International Trade IIID
- ECON 7215 Time Series Econometrics IIID
Available Semester Two
- ECON 7022 Econometric Theory IIID*
- ECON 7052 East Asian Economies IID
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ECON 7016 Resource & Environmental Economics IIID
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ECON 7044 International Finance IIID
- ECON 7062 Strategic Thinking IIID
- ECON 7219 Macroeconomics IIID (Course information available late 2009)
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ECON 7036 International Trade and Investment Policy IID
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ECON 7205 Public Finance IIID
*These courses require some mathematical and statistical background.
Please note: Currently, these courses link to Course Planner 2009. Please consult Course Planner in late 2009 for up to date course information, availability and scheduling for 2010.
- Graduate Attributes
School of Economics Postgraduate Program Graduate Attributes
- Program Rules
- Further Information
Email pgcoordeco@adelaide.edu.au or Ph 08 83034497.
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Last updated: Friday, 23 Apr 2010
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