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MSc Economic Policy and Analysis

University of Westminster — London, United Kingdom

MSc Economic Policy and Analysis is a postgraduate Economics course at University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £14,535 per year and starts in September and January.

Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Economics · £14,535 per year

Intakes: September, January

Economics is more relevant than ever to understand contemporary events in the global economy and provide the tools and techniques for business and governments to address the issues they face. Reflecting the needs of both private and public sector employers, our highly practical MSc prepares you to assess business problems, interpret public policy and effectively communicate the insights that economic analysis can provide. Top reasons to study this course (from the course page): - Taught by experienced, specialised staff who are published researchers and have worked with the UK Government departments, local authorities and NGOs. - In the Research Excellence Framework 2021, 75% of Westminster Business School impact case studies in the Business and Management Unit of Assessment scored 4* whilst 25% scored 3*. Read how our research is shaping the world. - Free access and experience using Office for National Statistics datasets and EViews. - Free online subscription to Financial Times and part of the material on the course reading list includes free textbooks for the majority of core and option modules. Campus: Marylebone, Central London Duration: 1 year Start dates: Full-time - September 2027; Full-time - January 2027 International tuition fee: £14,535 (Price per academic year). The university states annual fees stay the same throughout your studies. Careers (from the course page): As an economics postgraduate, you can look forward to excellent career prospects. Our students have gone on to successful careers in government and consultancy as economic analysts, regulatory economists and market analysts. The strong international focus of the course provides an excellent opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in multinational companies or international organisations. Graduate employers named on the course page: The UK Government Economic Service, HM Treasury, Bloomberg, Bank of England, Philippines Department of Trade and Industry, Seychelles Ministry of Finance National Planning and Trade, Eurocities. Source: University of Westminster course page.

Modules

• Applied Economics (Core)
• Econometric Analysis (Core)
• Development Economics and Policy (Core)
• Economic Evaluation Project (Core)
• International Trade Policy (Core)
• Macroeconomic Analysis and Policy (Core)
• Microeconomic Analysis and Policy (Core)
• Research Methods (Core)
• Sustainable Energy Policy (Core)

Careers

• Economist (in the private and public sectors)
• Economic advisor/analyst
• Management consultant