Top five in Australia

Ranked top five in the Australia for Economics by the 2020 QS World Rankings by Subject, you will study one of Australia’s leading economics degrees from world-renowned experts and researchers.

The Master of Economics provides you with the training and knowledge for a wide range of careers and focuses on advanced coursework in economics and data analysis – critical skills in today’s workforce.

Designed to be relevant to new graduates as well as professionals seeking further training in economics for career progression or a career change, the Master of Economics encourages you to apply your training in practical ways to address major challenges in business and policy.

The Master of Economics is also offered as a dual degree pathway in partnership with Fudan University. 

The Master of Economics at Sydney is the preferred professional development qualification for many employers.

With a combination of industry-relevant training and academic rigour, the course is a benchmark for postgraduate economics training in Australia.

We offer evening classes (from 5-9pm) to accommodate part-time students and professionals.

The Master of Economics prepares you for a career in economics, econometrics and finance. Our graduates have held positions in federal and state policy departments and international financial agencies, markets and institutions.

Many of our recent graduates have gone on to hold senior positions in Treasury, the Reserve Bank and other policy departments across federal and state governments, as well as in international financial agencies, markets and institutions.