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City, University of London: Development Economics

Institution City, University of London View institution profile
Department Department of Economics View department profile
Web https://www.city.ac.uk
Email spga-admissions@city.ac.uk
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Summary

Are you looking to develop a rewarding career as a development economist in the public or private sector? This course will appeal to you if you have a quantitative background.

You will develop your understanding of the key issues in economic development, and explore the economic theory and statistical tools you need to analyse policies and assess their impact on economic and human development. You have the option of studying full-time over the course of one year or part-time over the course of two years.

The Development Economics MSc will help you: - Develop your analytical, quantitative and modelling abilities

  • Develop your knowledge of modern economic theory, at both a micro and macro level

  • Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of the relevant empirical and theoretical research methodology

  • Develop your knowledge of econometric theory and techniques and how they apply to development

  • Critically interpret current research in a combination of fields, namely development, behavioural and experimental economics, financial economics, health economics, macroeconomics, regulation and competition. Should you wish to pursue further study, the dissertation track can also serve as a stepping stone to PhD in Economics.

MSc

City University of London

 

The School of Policy & Global Affairs is a centre of world-class scholarship, education and public service, making a transformative impact on society. 

Located in one of the world's greatest financial and political centres, we engage with the key challenges and debates that are shaping policy formation in a rapidly changing world. 

The School was formed in summer 2022, bringing together the Department of Economics, Department of International Politics, and the Department of Sociology and Criminology. 

Our highly-rated courses in these subject areas equip students with the knowledge and skills to respond to the world’s most pressing policy challenges. With …

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