Overview

Economics degree is offered at American University of Beirut.

Key facts

Students wishing to obtain a master of arts in economics are required to complete at least 24 credits, all of which should be at the graduate level, including ECON 305, ECON 317, and ECON 327, plus a thesis. Of the remaining 15 graduate credits, at least nine credits should be chosen from the available graduate courses in the department, and up to six credits may be chosen from available graduate courses at the university with the adviser’s approval. In case of deficiencies in the student’s undergraduate record, the department may require additional credits.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Survey of Economics
Elementary Microeconomic Theory
Elementary Macroeconomic Theory
Economic Statistics
Economic Statistics and Econometrics
Applied Econometrics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-06 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-12 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Beirut, Lebanon

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online graduate application
Official university transcript(s) – All levels
2 recommendation letters
GMAT/GMAT Focus or GRE is required for some Master's programs as detailed at the Graduate FAQ page.
English language requirements (upon admission)
Application fees ($52)

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Beirut

Lebanon

750 - 1600 USD / month

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