A 30-credit AACSB-accredited master's in applied economics and policy — micro- and macroeconomics, applied econometrics and contemporary policy — with a master's thesis. Prepares graduates for economist, analyst and policy-advisor roles or PhD study.
A research-oriented master's combining advanced micro/macro theory and applied econometrics with a required 6-credit master's thesis.
MBA and MBDA applicants take the GMAT or the AUS admission test; a statement of purpose is required for some programmes.
Graduates work as economists and policy analysts in government, central banks, consultancies and international organizations, or continue to doctoral study.
AACSB-accredited School of Business Administration; UAE CAA-licensed
Award
Master of Science in Economics and Policy
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Four-year bachelor's degree, minimum CGPA 3.00/4.0, IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Business & Finance
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 65,565/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu with transcripts, a CV, references and a statement of purpose where required. The graduate application fee is AED 450 + 5% VAT. AUS offers graduate assistantships to qualified applicants.