The Graduate Diploma in Economics provides a program of study for those wanting a basic understanding of modern economic analysis. It is available to graduates in any discipline who have some background in economics and quantitative methods. The Graduate Diploma in Economics will be attractive to those whose present or intended career requires a basic ability in economic analysis. It is also a foundation for further study at a more advanced level.

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Learning Outcomes

1. analyse economic problems using formal methods;
2. interpret diagrammatic and mathematical representations of economic concepts;
3. use introductory mathematical economic analysis at the graduate level and provide economic intuition for the results;
4. deploy basic estimation techniques expected of students in postgraduate study and policy related empirical work;
5. analyse the economic effects of policy changes, which is valuable for students wanting to work as professional economists or proceed to postgraduate study;