Master of Economics and Resource Policy

Lead and develop economic and resource sustainability

Experience the synergy of economics and resource policy like never before. This program offers a unique blend of economic expertise with resource management acumen, empowering you to make smart, sustainable choices in a world hungry for change. Dive deep into the intricate world of economic study and examination, policy formulation, and resource allocation while honing your skills to ensure equitable access to vital resources, from clean air and water to sustainable energy. Be at the forefront of shaping policies that not only safeguard economic stability but also protect our environment and promote social equity.

Join us on this journey to become a leader in the dynamic intersection of economics and resource policy, where your expertise will drive a brighter, more sustainable future.

Completed over two years, our Master of Economics and Resource Policy is designed to enhance your employability, with practical skills for both academic and professional success. You will:

• explore concepts like incentives, opportunity costs, trade-offs, externalities, and efficiency
• apply economic principles across various domains, including public policy, international trade, agribusiness, and natural resources
• learn advanced methods for examining, modelling and analysing data
• craft economic reports, written summaries of current events, and research projects
• develop interpersonal and soft skills for effective communication
• secure your pathway to a PhD.

You'll also have access to our dedicated support services, such as the Economics Drop-in Centre, Writing Centre, and Maths Learning Centre, to help your Masters journey be as smooth as possible.

Equipped with newfound insights, you'll be empowered to offer expert advice on corporate strategies, unravel the context behind current events, shape public policies for a more promising world, and navigate your own personal choices with discernment.

Our graduates pursue a wide range of exciting careers and research trajectories. As an economic analyst, you might evaluate corporate strategies. As a policy analyst within government, you could spearhead the overhaul of regulatory frameworks. Opportunities also extend to stock markets, the expansive arena of food, agriculture and resource industries, and the dynamic domain of banking, financial services, and consulting. Your analytic and modelling skills might even be channelled towards devising strategies for resource allocation in aid agencies.

• Ranked #1 in SA for Economics
• Strong links to industry leaders
• Career opportunities in diverse sectors

The Master of Economics and Resource Policy is a 48-units program with a nested suite of degrees (Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate) that allows students to choose between diversifying their expertise by having courses from all three areas or committing to a specific specialisations:

• Economic Analysis
• Global Food and Agribusiness
• International Trade

Students can choose up to two specialisations. The program also provides a PhD pathway.

Students may be eligible to complete the program in a full-time standard duration of 1.5 years on the basis of prior learning.