Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Economics provides a pathway to the Master of Applied Economics, in one of the world's Top 50 economic schools. In this program you will develop solid foundations in economic principles, quantitative reasoning and decision-making.
The Graduate Certificate in Economics provides a pathway to the Master of Applied Economics, in one of the world's Top 50 economic schools. In this program you will develop solid foundations in economic principles, quantitative reasoning and decision-making. You will have the opportunity to articulate into the Master of Applied Economics after completion of the Grad Cert.
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Gain knowledge and skills in economics to advance and complement your career at a world-leading university.
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This degree is designed for those looking to expand their understanding of economics.
A recognised bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas institution.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Economics (7412) with a minimum WAM of 65% can apply to articulate into the Master of Applied Economics program and will receive 24 Units of Credit (UOC) of Advanced Standing.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
A recognised bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas institution.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Economics (7412) with a minimum WAM of 65% can apply to articulate into the Master of Applied Economics program and will receive 24 UOC of Advanced Standing.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
The skills and insights gained from your Graduate Certificate in Economics can have an immediate positive effect on your career. Careers in economics are about using data, maths and reason to understand behaviour, improve wellbeing and make a positive impact on people's lives. With highly transferable skills in analysis, statistics, data, problem-solving and communication, you can move across the private sector, financial institutions, and government departments.
Your education is shaped by industry leaders and world class academics - experts who recognise the future will present career opportunities that don't exist today - and your potential professional network extends to more than 90,000 Business School alumni worldwide.
The Business School offers students a suite of professional development with Career Accelerator