Get a strong foundation in economic theory and econometrics. Conduct original research alongside world-renowned scholars. Discover innovative ways to tackle global water challenges with the PhD in Applied Economics Collaborative Water program. 

You’ll receive training in the areas of public policy. This includes fields such as labour economics, macro-economics, monetary economics, econometrics, natural resources, environmental and health economics. Along with developing expertise in your area of economics research, two interdisciplinary courses will capture both theoretical and practical components of complex water problems. This includes in-class lectures, fieldwork, interdisciplinary group work, and individual research seminars.

Through this rigorous academic program and applied research experience, you’ll develop your communication and analytical skills across disciplines. You'll be prepared for a career in academia or the private sector as an economist, data analyst, policy advisor, economic consultant and many others.