The course is designed to have an applied focus which is theoretically underpinned. The course offers students the opportunity to work across industry sectors on real-world problems and to critically apply their learning to case studies drawn from UTS: IPPG's research program and their own workplaces to innovate solutions. It includes active approaches to learning, including debates, case studies, role plays, group discussions, presentations and guest speakers. All students undertake an individual research project, and gain the necessary knowledge and experience to engage in effective policy development, implementation and evaluation. The course offers a general policy stream focusing on professional practice, as well as major streams in local government studies; urban and regional policy; and social research. The core subjects of the course examine contemporary policy challenges; policy in practice; policy and resources and evidence and decision making. To tailor their course, students can choose their electives from a range of subjects from UTS: IPPG, the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building, and the UTS Business School. The course also offers a sub-major in Project Management. The course utilises several teaching formats, including intensive block mode and online delivery, designed by academics, practitioners and industry leaders. Most subjects are offered in flexible mode and delivered in blocks or online for more effective integration of study and work commitments.... [-]

The Master of Professional Economics will equip you with the economic principles needed to be an effective and influential policy advisor in a changing global environment. The program focuses on analysing the dynamics of change globally, with particular focus on developing and emerging economies. Graduates will attain an intuitive understanding of economic theories and econometrics. The program provides fundamental training enabling professionals to assess potential impact of policy changes, facilitating employment in both the public and private sector. Graduates will be able to communicate economic theories and applied research to a broad range of stakeholders in a professional and practical context. Graduates will adopt both domestic and international economic perspective and will be able apply the skills and knowledge acquired to real-world scenarios. Our advanced online learning system provides you with the flexibility and support to study anywhere, anytime to balance work, life and study. You can achieve your fully accredited Master of Professional Economics at a time that suits you. Is it for you? Do you want to expand your career opportunities and further develop your knowledge of how the economy should influence your business decisions? The Master of Professional Economics is designed for professionals whose ability to interpret economic principles would improve their business management. Those who hold a bachelor degree can complete this program as a pathway to progress careers in management teams across all industries. The Master of Professional economics incorporates practical experience through hands-on-lab experiments of real business cases. Graduates will apply economic concepts to... [-]

Career options include management-level positions in industry or government, and academic positions.

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