Master in Economics

Gyeongkuk National University's Economics program, based in Andong, South Korea, offers a master's degree taught in English that covers how individuals, firms, and governments make decisions about resources, production, and exchange. Coursework in this field typically includes microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and the quantitative methods used to analyze economic data and test theories. Students study how markets function, how monetary and fiscal policy affect national economies, and how statistical tools are applied to evaluate economic trends and forecast future conditions. Coursework often involves working with economic data to build models and test hypotheses, giving students practical experience with the analytical techniques used by economists in both research and applied settings. Because economic analysis informs decisions across business, government, and international organizations, graduates trained in this area are often prepared for a wide range of analytical and policy-oriented roles. Career paths include working as an economist or economic analyst for a government agency, a financial analyst at a bank or investment firm, or a policy researcher at a think tank or international organization. Others move into corporate roles that require economic forecasting and market analysis, or into further academic study leading toward research or teaching positions. The quantitative and analytical skills developed through economics training also transfer well to data analysis roles across industries where understanding markets and financial trends is valuable. The program runs for two years, with intakes offered in March and September. Located in Andong, the department delivers this course of study entirely in English at Gyeongkuk National University in South Korea.