Master of Business Economics (MBusEcon)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5245
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale OR Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Economics
Email: enquiries@economics.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6570
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5245
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale OR Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
CRICOS Code: 046493E
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Business Economics?
The Master of Business Economics provides a strong foundation in economic principles and meets the needs of decision-makers and advisors in business and related areas. This program does not presume prior knowledge or training in economics. It is designed for existing and aspiring middle and upper managers and develops the economic skills and problem-solving competencies necessary to deal with the management challenges of rapid change and increasing business complexity. Students develop a critical ability in applying economics to practical scenarios. Diverse courses span both traditional and emerging economic fields. The program produces professionals with the multidisciplinary background required in economics and business; lateral thinkers who are analytically strong and adaptable.
What you can study
The program covers topics such as advanced managerial economics; regulation and competition policy; benefit/cost analysis; international industry economics; and financial markets economics. Students are given the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding and skills in the Advanced program through the research option of an economic project and thesis. Electives include natural resource and environmental economics; health economics; international trade and investment; international monetary economics; innovation and entrepreneurship; government expenditure; and taxation policy.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Business Economics.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale OR Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in any field with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale OR Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 046493E
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Business Economics
Careers
Graduates can expect to find employment as economic policy advisors, business analysts and consultants, resource economists, project analysts or industry economists in government and private sector organisations, teachers, and economic researchers.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Economic Society of Australia
Program rules for the Master of Business Economics
To complete the Master of Business Economics
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Business Economics, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #24 from the MBusEcon List comprising -
- #16 from Part A; and
- #8 from Part B.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
