Wilfrid Laurier University - Lazaridis School of Business and Economics

Business Economics (MABE)

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Program Information

School:Wilfrid Laurier University - Lazaridis School of Business and Economics
Faculty:Lazaridis School of Business and Economics
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Business/Managerial Economics
Description:Completion of our Master of Arts in Business Economics (MABE) program will put you on track for a career as a professional economist in the private or public sector. Our strength is the combination of business economics with training in economic theory, quantitative methods and applied research.

The structure of our program ensures flexibility in your education, allowing you to cater your education to your career aspirations by taking economics courses, MBA electives or courses from Laurier’s Master in International Public Policy at the Balsillie School of International Affairs.


URL:Business Economics (MABE) at Wilfrid Laurier University - Lazaridis School of Business and Economics
Course Based:Yes
Length:12 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $19,405

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75 to 100
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A four-year (honours) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in economics or a related field. A minimum B average with one course in each of the following: calculus, statistics and econometrics (focusing on regression analysis). Two one-term undergraduate courses in both intermediate microeconomic theory and intermediate macroeconomic theory. Applications are reviewed by the graduate program committee, which considers all prior university grades, a writing sample and letters of reference.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 89] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 573] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70]
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Work Experience
    Applicants are required to have: a four-year (honours) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in economics or a related field; a minimum B average with one course in each of the following: calculus, statistics and econometrics (focusing on regression analysis); and two one-term undergraduate courses in both intermediate microeconomic theory and intermediate macroeconomic theory.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on November 22, 2019