Intended for students with a prior degree in the economics field, the MSc in Economics aims to extend an existing knowledge and skills base in economics and quantitative methods while enhancing critical and analytical skills. It is an intensive course combining advanced study and research.
The course aims to provide students with the opportunity to analyse the current dynamic environment within the context of appropriate contemporary theory and research. With appropriate levels of sophistication, they can develop the tools and frameworks to analyse issues. Through this process, students can acquire skills that will better enable them to explore and analyse new issues as they emerge.
The course offers digitally-based transferable skills for those aiming for a career as a professional economist in government, financial institutions, business, commerce, international agencies and other similar organisations. By featuring strong research and enquiry skills, it also aims to help those wanting to progress to a PhD.
Access to industry-standard Bloomberg Terminal
Combine advanced study with research
Develop digitally based transferable skills
Real-world experience of the Stock Exchange
Complete a dissertation in a specialist area
Hear from expert industry speakers
This is a one-year Master's degree featuring four theory modules and two econometrics modules. Development economics features as a core to reflect the Biennial Development conference run by LiBS. The dissertation will give students the chance to work with one of the department's experienced lecturers on a selected topic and apply your knowledge to a specific problem.
The quantitative methods provided in the econometrics modules include: instrumental variables and two stage least squares; method of moment estimation; simultaneous equations models; forecasting; qualitative and limited dependent variable techniques; and panel data modelling.
Topics in Economics include: dynamic stochastic general equilibrium models; closed economic equilibrium; competitive equilibrium dynamics; consumer theory; consumption dynamics; Investment; real-business-cycle models; game theory; and information economics.
This module aims to illustrate the further techniques of empirical investigation in economics by using real-world empirical applications in the fields related to economics and finance. The topics covered will reflect the development of contemporary applied econometrics. It can also advance students’ analytical skills of using econometrics software and packages that are essential for students who wish to pursue a professional career in economics, finance or related disciplines.
In the spirit of student as producer, the aim of this module is to inculcate the student in the enquiry process with the production of a short piece of original research being the outcome. Students will be applying a certain range of methods and tools that they might be expected to undertake as practitioners. To add a further real-world dimension, this is to be undertaken collaboratively.
This module presents important concepts and insights from Behavioural Economics. It considers applications from various areas, eg, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Experimental Economics, Economic Policy and Finance. The module will cover different ways to depart from the assumption of economic agents as homo oeconomicus, ie, agents with standard preferences, rational behaviour and rational expectations. These departures from homo oeconomicus include cognitive biases, simple rules and heuristics, and non-standard preferences. Next, the consequences of relaxing rationality assumptions are discussed on a wide range of applications. The module will also discuss empirical and experimental support for different behavioural models.
The dissertation provides the opportunity to demonstrate the ability to reflect critically on the aspects relating to their Master's programme. The vehicle will be the researching and writing of a dissertation, based on the methods delivered in the pre-requisite QM modules. The dissertation is the capstone of the Master's learning process and allows the student to demonstrate mastery in scholarship of a programme related topic that they have selected in amalgamation with supervisory tutors.
This module builds upon the principles and methods of statistics and introduces classical econometric modelling by using cross-sectional and panel data. It also aims to equip students with analytical skills of using econometrics software and packages that are essential for students who wish to pursue a professional career in economics, finance or related disciplines. Real-world data will be used in this module to facilitate learning and to develop problem-solving skills.
The module aims to develop understanding of why monetary policy matters, what central banks can do to improve the financial markets and economic performance through the use of conventional and unconventional monetary policy instruments and when monetary policy decisions may be impotent. It also aims to help students to gain skills of economic analysis to the conduct monetary policy under uncertainties considering recent the global financial crisis.
The module covers the fundamental models in the economic growth and key macroeconomic issues in the field of modern macroeconomics. The emphasis will be on learning theoretical concepts and analytical techniques, as an aide to understanding contemporary macroeconomic problems. The deterministic growth models will be used to shed light on the often mysterious process of economic growth at both world and country levels, as well as on income and growth differences across countries.
This module presents the techniques necessary to analyse microeconomic problems on an advanced level. During this module students will study how and under what conditions markets and market-clearing prices achieve an efficient allocation of resources, the distributional properties of the market equilibrium and the role of the government, and problems of asymmetric information. The module provides the foundation for advanced modules in International Trade, Industrial Organisation, Behavioural Economics as well as for the micro-foundations of macroeconomic models.
Since the World Trade Organisation was established in 1995, by cutting trade barriers, particularly by developing countries, the pattern of trade has changed significantly. However, removing trade barriers and opening up markets do not necessarily generate development in practice. Rich countries and large multinational corporations dominate the global marketplace and, in turn, trade. This is inherently unequal with poor countries seldom experiencing rising well-being but are forced to deal with increasing unemployment, poverty, and income inequality.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. In addition to the information provided on this course page, our What You Need to Know page offers explanations on key topics including programme validation/revalidation, additional costs, and contact hours.
A variety of assessment methods are used during this course, including essays, examinations, coursework, project and oral presentations. These assessments are designed to develop the skills needed for a career as an economist, a policy advisor, or an academic.
Students can use our Bloomberg Terminal, which is designed to help industry professionals make better-informed investment decisions by offering the latest market news along with historical data and an international network to communicate securely and reliably. Bloomberg offers a practical resource for students to reinforce the theories they learn in lectures, and enable them to become familiar with the tools used by today’s financial services professionals.
Lincoln International Business School offers the Student Managed Investment Fund (LSMIF), which is an investment fund created, operated, and maintained by students within the school, with everything running within the real-world environment of finance.
One of only a handful of its kind in the UK, students will be managing real money with the objective of making positive returns while managing risk. Industry veteran and long-time lecturer Hao Quach can help support the students throughout, utilising his years of experience in all aspects of investment banking and 20 years teaching in many countries.
Students on the programme are given the opportunity to practise real-life trading at a simulation event. During the event, delivered in partnership with Amplify Trading, you get the chance to understand and experience different roles and practices within the trading sector, such as buyers, investors, asset managers, and hedge funds.
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Applying for a postgraduate programme at Lincoln is easy. Find out more about the application process and what you'll need to complete on our How to Apply page. Here, you'll also be able to find out more about the entry requirements we accept and how to contact us for dedicated support during the process.
This is a specialist MSc programme. Courses in this category attract entrants who have a background in the subject or a related subject area, acquired through previous study. A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in Economics or a related subject with a strong quantitative element is required.
Candidates may be invited for interview to provide effective information and guidance or for non-standard entry.
Students are expected to attend additional sessions that may occur before the programme begins. Please contact the Programme Leader for details.
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications.
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EU and Overseas students will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
You will need to have funding in place for your studies before you arrive at the University. Our fees vary depending on the course, mode of study, and whether you are a UK or international student. You can view the breakdown of fees for this programme below.
The University offers a range of merit-based, subject-specific, and country-focused scholarships for UK and international students. To help support students from outside of the UK, we offer a number of international scholarships which range from £1,000 up to the value of 50 per cent of tuition fees. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.
Postgraduate Funding Options
Find out more about the optional available to support your postgraduate study, from Master's Loans to scholarship opportunities. You can also find out more about how to pay your fees and access support from our helpful advisors.
MSc Economics is ideal for students wanting to work as a professional economist in government, financial institutions, business, commerce, international agencies, and other similar organisations. It is also suitable for those wanting to progress to a PhD.
For more information about this course, please contact the Programme Leader.
Dr Aleksandar Vasilev
avasilev@lincoln.ac.uk
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