Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Master of Science in Managerial Economics (English)
Singapore, Singapore
MSc
DURATION
12 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
SGD 44,720
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of Science in Managerial Economics at Nanyang Technological University combines economic theory and management to develop strategic thinking and decision-making for business, government and society. The interdisciplinary programme covers finance, technology, data, research methods and professional development via lectures, seminars and group work. You'll study applied microeconomics, policy design and quantitative tools with multidisciplinary faculty, including senior government officials, and join an NCPA alumni network of about 20,000.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work in public policy, government, economic analysis and strategic private-sector roles. Potential careers include policy analyst, economic consultant, public-sector manager, corporate strategist, financial analyst and management consultant.
The Master of Science (Managerial Economics) seeks to groom leaders with an acumen in strategic thinking and managerial decision making in the context of business, government and society. The programme integrates economic theory with management practice to meet public and private sector challenges.
The interdisciplinary nature of this programme brings about a focus on applying economic theory to sharpen policy design. Spanning flourishing ambits that include finance, technology, data, research and professional development skills, the programme is delivered through an immersive learning experience with class discussions, symposiums, as well as group projects, in addition to lectures and seminars.
Unique Features
Unique Economics Masters Programme
- Apply economic theories and build managerial skills to steer your organisation through this volatile global landscape.
- Develop advanced knowledge and skills to support decision-making and forward planning.
Multidisciplinary Faculty with Extensive Experience
- Benefit from a holistic learning experience with a rigorous and focused curriculum coupled with multidisciplinary faculty.
- Glean insights from practitioners with exceptional managerial experience, including current and former politicians, senior Singapore government officials, and experts across various sectors and domains.
An Illustrious Alumni Body
- Join an extensive global network of close to NCPA alumni who hold decision-making positions at all levels of government in their countries, including roles such as ministerial-level leaders, mayors and heads of organisations.
This programme aims to groom policymakers, administrators, analysts and leading strategists for the public as well as private sectors.
Benefit from global-Asian perspectives as you interact with other students from various professions and nationalities. Access professional development opportunities with our extensive NCPA alumni network of close to 20,000 members.
Programme Structure & Duration
MME-E programme admits both full-time and part-time students with a period of candidature between 1 and 4 years.
Period of Study
Full-time — 2 semesters (1 year), maximum 4 Semesters.
Part-time — 4 semesters (2 years), maximum 8 Semesters.
There are 2 semesters in an academic year with 13 teaching weeks per semester.
Students need to complete 10 courses, comprising 2 core courses and 8 electives, to graduate. Students who fulfil academic requirements can take on a capstone paper in lieu of 2 full electives.
| 10 courses | 2 Core Courses 8 Elective Courses |
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OR
| 8 courses with capstone | 2 Core Courses 6 Elective Courses Capstone Paper |
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Each course counts as 3 Academic Units (AUs), with the Capstone paper as 6 AUs. A total of 30 AUs is required for graduation.
Curriculum
All students are required to complete 2 core courses. For the elective courses, students will need to select 8 electives or 6 electives if they are opting for the capstone paper.
To benefit further from NTU's outstanding faculty and resources, students will also have the option to select up to 2 relevant courses from NTU's other graduate programmes as electives to fulfil their course requirement. These courses, however, must be approved by both the Director of NCPA and the NTU School or division concerned.
Core Courses
- Managerial Economics: Theory & Applications
- Macroeconomics: Theory & Applications
- Behavioural Policy Analysis
- Data Science for Economists
- Wealth Management & Fintech
- Risk Management for Financial Institutes
- Data Analytics
- Financial and Risk Analytics
- Efficiency in Energy Market
- Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
- Urban Economic Policy and Development Strategy
- Strategic Management and Business Policy
- International Finance
- Network Economy & Supply Chain Management
- Digital Marketing Analytics
- Public Economics: Principles and Practice
- Macroeconomic and Financial Policies in the Global Digital Age
- Labour Markets for Inclusive Society
- Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development
- Portfolio Risk and Performance Analysis
- Data Governance and Management
- Financial Economics
- International Trade & logistics economy
- International Trade
- Corporate Finance
- Economic Analysis: A Python Application
- Cost Benefit Analysis: Concepts & Practice
- Fixed Income Securities
- Global Economy
- China and the International Political Economy
- The Psychology of Design Thinking
- Blockchain System and Revolution
- Public Policy and Administration in Asia
- Economic Issues for Public Decision Making
- Corporate Communication Management
- AI Frontiers and Digital Transformation
- Capstone Paper