The Master of Economics reputation for rigorous training in graduate economics - underlined by its research-active pedagogy - attracts outstanding students to the University. In particular, influential economic policymakers in prominent organisations of national executive government (especially PM&C and Treasury) have found the MEc’s focus on national policy issues very rewarding. The degree's accommodation of a focus on Australia's place in the region (through coursework choices and research) is worth stressing.

 

Career Options

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

 

We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

 

Employment Opportunities

MECON students have strong training in Economic Theory, Econometrics, Mathematics, and Statistics. Their training is in line with the first-year PhD coursework in the top 20 Economics departments. Hence, they are strong candidates for top Ph.D. programs around the world. Their strong technical skills are also very attractive to research institutions and the public and private sectors with research-focused jobs. More specifically, their skills align with the required skills in analysis jobs in Treasury, Central Banks, and International Economics Institutions such as OECD and IMF. They can also be sought after by consulting firms and the finance and banking industry in roles related to economic and data analysis.