MS Economics

MS Economics is a two-year graduate degree providing rigorous training in economic theory and empirical methods, for graduates and professionals moving into economic research, policy analysis, or doctoral study.

What You’ll Study

Advanced microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics form the core, with applied electives in development, monetary, labour, trade, public or environmental economics. Programmes typically involve four semesters, with thesis students registering thesis credits in the third and fourth semesters. Econometrics is the practical centre of the degree — the ability to design and defend credible empirical work is what distinguishes graduates in the job market.

Career & Research Scope in Pakistan

Graduates work at the State Bank and commercial banks, government policy and planning bodies, economic research institutes and think tanks, international development organisations and donor agencies, management and economic consultancies, and university teaching. Pakistan’s policy and development sector is a substantial employer of trained economists, particularly for impact evaluation and applied policy research.

Graduates with strong econometrics and data skills also compete for analytics and quantitative roles in the private sector. An MS is the standard prerequisite for doctoral study in economics, though candidates targeting top international PhD programmes should be aware that mathematical preparation — real analysis in particular — weighs heavily in admissions.

Admission Requirements

A minimum of 16 years of education leading to a degree in a relevant field, plus a graduate admission test (the university’s own test, or GRE where accepted) and often an interview. Check the specific programme page for current requirements and deadlines.