Master of Science in Economics and Policy (MSEP)

Master of Science in Economics and Policy (MSEP) is a Masters program taught at American University of Sharjah, UAE. Intake: fall semester. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (Four regular semesters (for full-time students)) options.

The Master of Science in Economics and Policy (MSEP) at American University of Sharjah builds knowledge and skills in economic theory, policy evaluation, and data analysis. Students study Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Applied Econometrics I, Applied Econometrics II, and Contemporary Issues and Economic Policy, then complete a Master’s Thesis in Economics with a supervised thesis.

The MSEP is completed by earning 30 credit hours, consisting of eight courses and a supervised thesis. Students may study full-time or part-time, with a maximum of three courses per semester. Classes typically run between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and the typical full-time completion duration is four regular semesters.

Modules

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Applied Econometrics I
• Applied Econometrics II
• Contemporary Issues and Economic Policy
• Master’s Thesis in Economics
• Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
• Behavioral Economics and Policy Design
• Money, Banking and Financial Markets
• Market Power and Competition Policy
• Poverty, Inequality and Development
• Economics of Sustainability and Resource Use

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Economics and Policy (MSEP) at American University of Sharjah for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by American University of Sharjah.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by American University of Sharjah as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Economics and Policy (MSEP).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Applicants must have a minimum overall GPA for application is 3.0 (2.5 if the applicant has a stronger academic performance in the junior and senior years). Applicants do not need a bachelor’s degree in economics but are expected to have a good performance record in undergraduate economics, calculus and quantitative methods. Students can only start the program in the fall semester.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.aus.edu/sba/department-of-economics/master-of-science-in-economics-and-policy-msep

• Economists
• Consultants
• Data and business analysts
• Policy advisors in non-profit organizations
• Policy advisors in the government
• Policy advisors in the corporate world
• Graduates who wish to pursue doctoral studies in economics or related fields

9 fully funded scholarships are listed for UAE. See UAE scholarships.