Western University Faculty of Social Science Master of Financial Economics
Western University Faculty of Social Science

Western University Faculty of Social Science

Master of Financial Economics

Ottawa, Canada

Master degree

English

Sep 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Financial Economics offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to integrate financial theory and economic analysis. This program typically spans one year for full-time students and emphasizes practical skills in financial modeling, quantitative analysis, and policy evaluation. It's aimed at equipping students with the expertise needed to navigate complex economic environments.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can explore various career paths in financial services, consulting, or economic policy. Potential roles include financial analyst, economic consultant, investment banker, and risk manager, providing opportunities in both private and public sectors.

The Western Master of Financial Economics (MFE) is a 16-month, course-based graduate program that includes a summer internship. Our students acquire analytical and quantitative skills to pursue successful careers in finance, investments, and risk management with banks, pension funds, investment banks, consulting firms, and regulatory institutions. The Western MFE provides a combination of practical and classroom experience required to succeed in a highly competitive and rapidly evolving financial marketplace.

This is a collaborative program of the Department of Economics, the Department of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences, the Ivey Business School, and the Faculty of Law. These academic units have joined forces to provide MFE students with a broad understanding of Financial Theory and the Economics framework upon which that theory is based, and the understanding of Quantitative Finance and Securities Law required for today's complex financial world.