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Graduate Diploma in Economics

Official Abbreviation GradDipEc
Course Type Postgraduate
Commencement Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available
Study Mode On and Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 1 Year Full-time
  • 4 Years Part-time
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 48
Overview

This course can provide a formal qualification in the field of economics for graduates with little or no background in the discipline, or it can act as a refresher course in economics for those whose initial studies occurred some time ago. It is also a broadening course for those who, for personal interests or vocational requirements, now wish to extend their knowledge of economics into areas not previously studied such as Advance Economic Theory, Economic History, Economic Development, Economic Policy or Resource Economics. Finally, it can be a qualifying step towards higher studies, particularly the Master of Economics program.
Intensive Schools N/A
Entry Requirements

Students applying to study the Graduate Diploma in Economics should be graduates of a recognised university or other institution approved by the Faculty; or hold an equivalent qualification; or provide other evidence of adequate preparation for candidature. The previous degree need not include a major in Economics.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Course Information for Continuing Graduate Diploma in Economics Students for 2008

Course Requirements
Candidates must complete units to the value of 48 cp comprising:
(a) at least 36 cp from ECON units with a second digit 0, 1, 4, 5, 6; ECON 226/326, 230/330, 328/428, 329/429 and 497 and QM units;
(b) elective units to the value of 12 cp chosen from the School of Business, Economics and Public Policy and the School of Law.
Not more than 24 cp can be completed at 100 level and at least 12 cp must be completed at 300 level or any combination of units at 300 and 400 level.

Students undertake units such as:
ECON 101 Introductory Microeconomics
ECON 102 Introductory Macroeconomics
ECON 103 Understanding Australia’s Economic Performance
ECON 144/244 The International Economy (previously ECON 142)
ECON 143 Australian Economic Institutions and Performance
ECON 201/301 Intermediate Microeconomics
ECON 202 Intermediate Macroeconomics
ECON 203/303 Banking and Finance
ECON 226/326 Benefit-Cost Analysis
ECON 230/330 Environmental Economics
ECON 245/345 Economy and Business in Modern Asia
ECON 250/350 Southeast Asia: Economic and Social Change Since 1850
ECON 271/371 Introductory Econometrics
ECON 311 Australian Macroeconomic Issues
ECON 314/414 Economics of Developing Countries
ECON 317/417 International Trade and Payments
ECON 319/419 Public Finance
ECON 328/428 Microeconomic Policy Evaluation
ECON 329/429 Natural Resource Economics
ECON 353/453 Regulating Australian Capitalism
ECON 376/476 Applied Econometrics
ECON 377/477 Efficiency and Productivity Analysis
ECON 408 Advanced Microeconomics
ECON 409 Advanced Macroeconomics
ECON 456/556 Industrialisation and Development in Asia
ECON 497 Diploma Dissertation (requires permission from Head of School)
QM 161 Business Statistics 1
QM 162/262 Business Statistics 2
QM 265/365 Business Decision Making
QM 267/367 Survey Methods for Business and Economics
Career Opportunities N/A
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing None
Fast Track Summer school (full fees apply)
Other Benefits

This diploma can be a pathway to the Master of Economics. Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Economics as a means of qualifying for admission to the Master of Economics program in Economics must seek advice regarding suitable choice of units from the Course Coordinator.

Summer Schools provide an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to comlete the degree. A selection of units is offered off-campus during the normal semester break from November to February, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation.

Honours None
Scholarships The University offers a number of scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
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