Overview

For a full time student, the program takes 12 months to complete, and with a part-time option, it is flexible enough to meet the needs of working professionals.

The Benefits

The MAE emphasizes the application of economic theory and econometric analysis to practical issues relevant to a range of fields, including: public economics; natural resources and environment; monetary systems; business finance; international trade.

The Sobey MAE’s focus on policy issues distinguishes it from a traditional, more theoretical Master’s program in economics.

Our graduates in the Applied Economics program from Saint Mary's University are employed at all levels of government, major banks, and in commercial enterprises like Irving.

Programme Structure

Established in 1934 at Saint Mary’s University, the Sobey School of Business is Atlantic Canada’s largest and most respected business school. It’s also fully-accredited by the AACSB—a designation achieved by only 5% of business schools worldwide.

Here, you’ll embark with over 3,300 students on a fast track to your future, with small class sizes, a close-knit campus, and industry-leading faculty members. Learn more

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Halifax, Canada

Disciplines

Economics Finance View 66 other Masters in Economics in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

At least one undergraduate course in Statistics at an intermediate level (preferably econometrics),

Intermediate microeconomics and macroeconomics, and

Economic theory at an advanced (fourth-year) level

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21630 CAD / year

≈ 21630 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10815 CAD / year

≈ 10815 CAD / year

Living costs

Halifax

Canada

1235 - 1956 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

The Benefits

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Halifax

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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