M.Sc. Economics
Introduction
M.Sc. Economics is a 2 years Masters program taught at Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options. To successfully obtain M.Sc. Economics from Allama Iqbal Open University you are required to complete 60 credit hours. After completion of M.Sc. Economics you will be able to further continue for advance studies or start career as Economist, Economic Analyst.
The MSc programme in Economics is designed for those who are unable to continue their studies in formal education system. The main objective of the programme is to expose the students to the various aspects of economic theories and their application to the actual economic world.
The programme further stands to improve the quality and ability by creating self-confidence among the students to analyze and seek scientific solution to economic problems. Further, this programme intends to create an analytical capacity among the students required to understand the working of economic systems.
It is hoped that the programme will help in producing such team of economists who would meet the growing need of the country.
The programme will also intend to equip the students with the economic tools, enabling them to provide some policy measures for the improvement of prevailing economic conditions in the developing countries in general and Pakistan in particular.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in M.Sc. Economics at Allama Iqbal Open University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Allama Iqbal Open University.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Allama Iqbal Open University as pre-requiste for admission in M.Sc. Economics.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
2nd Class Bachelor degree with Economics or equivalent.
Courses Units
You need to complete 60 credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.aiou.edu.pk/Programmes.asp?PID=108
More Information
All eligible candidates will be granted Admission subject to fulfilling Eligibility criteria.
Career Opportunities
You can join one of the following careers:
Scholarships
6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Pakistan. See Pakistan scholarships.