The certificates in Intermediate Economics cover the fundamentals of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and applications, as well as statistical analysis. Each consists of four courses which can be completed at your own pace.
Completing the Certificate in Intermediate Economics II gives you the mandatory courses required for most Masters of Arts in Economics programs in Canada, and can be taken by graduates from other programs who want to move into graduate studies in economics, including Laurier’s Business Economics Master of Arts in Business Economics (MABE).
These certificates are for you if:
You’ll take economics courses in micro, macro and econometrics, along with an elective of interest giving you a stronger understanding of economics making a difference to your effectiveness in your job.
At Laurier there are so many ways you can extend your classroom experience into the real world. Here are just a few examples of the experiences you’ll get with these certificates (check out the Experience Guide for even more):
For students with a bachelor’s degree in another field, the Economics Certificates may provide a stackable credential that can be combined with further study to qualify for a Bachelor of Arts in Economics (including an upgrade to the honours level, subject to strong performance). See further details on academic upgrading and consult with our Economics director at econdirector@wlu.ca to discuss this pathway.
The Certificate in Intermediate Economics II includes the key courses required for Master of Arts in Economics programs at many Canadian universities, acting like a Qualifying Year program. A strong performance in this certificate, along with satisfactory completion of other entry requirements, will postition you for entry into our Master of Arts in Business Economics (MABE) program. Consult with our Business Economics director at mabedirector@wlu.ca before registering to see whether this pathway is right for you.
Students applying to this program from an international curriculum are encouraged to review our curriculum-specific requirements. You will find which courses from your country's curriculum are equivalent to the admission requirements listed under the Ontario High School Admission Requirements section. If your country or curriculum is not listed, please reach out to international@wlu.ca.
Laurier's language of instruction is English, and so we may require you to provide evidence of your English proficiency to help make sure you are successful in your academic courses.
Your three most recent years of full-time education must be in English without taking any ESL (English as a Second Language) courses. If you do not meet this requirement, you must provide evidence of your English proficiency.
We reserve the right to request an English-language test from any applicant.
If you do not meet Laurier's English proficiency requirement but are academically qualified for your program, you may be eligible for a conditional offer of admission.
The Academic Transition Pathway (ATP) program is offered through our affiliated institution, Wilfrid Laurier International College, and provides an option for meeting our English-proficiency requirement. If you have received an offer to Laurier with a condition to meet our English-proficiency requirement, you can meet that condition by successfully completing the ATP program.
Visit our admission requirements section to find specific requirements for transfer students, indigenous applicants, mature learners, homeschooled applicants, senior citizens, refugees, and more.
It’s not only about the journey; the destination matters. Let us help you get set up for a meaningful career.
Here are just some examples of Economics graduates’ destinations. What’s yours?
Note: Additional training and education may be required.
Alumni for life means that you have access to Career and Employment Support offered at Laurier for your entire career.
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