The program is designed to graduate qualified cadres with advanced scientific and practical skills to exercise economic responsibilities in the public and private sectors.
Program Description
- Knowledge & Comprehension:
- Mastery of both theoretical and applied economic concepts.
- Ability to conduct high-quality research by applying economic theory to specific empirical topics.
- Cognitive & Mental Skills:
- Developing advanced analytical and research skills.
- Identifying and synthesizing existing economic materials at an advanced level.
- Professional & General Skills:
- Communicating scientific findings effectively through oral and written presentations.
- Applying quantitative tools to propose solutions for economic challenges facing the Saudi market.
1 – The applicant must satisfy the requirements stated in the Postgraduate Statute of Regulations.
2 – The applicant must possess a B. Sc. (Econ) from the College of Business Administration, King Saud University or a equivalent degree.
3 – Under special conditions, the applicant with a degree other than Economics may be admitted to the program.
4- The applicant must successfully pass a written exam and an interview arranged by the Department.
5 – The applicant must successfully pass a number of necessary course prerequisites.
6 – The applicant applying for the program must satisfy the English Language requirements: (successful completion of an extensive course in English), or have a TOEFL score of no less than 53 points (Computer based score) equivalent of 475 points (paper based score).
Group (1): Compulsory Courses
First Level
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 501 | Economic Theory | 3 | — |
| ECON 504 | Economic Research | 3 | — |
| ECON 540 | Mathematical Economics | 3 | — |
Total: 9 Credit Hours
Second Level
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 502 | Advanced Economic Theory | 3 | — |
| ECON 535 | Economic Analysis | 3 | — |
| ECON 541 | International Economics | 3 | — |
| ECON 561 | Econometrics | 3 | — |
Total: 12 Credit Hours
Third Level
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 542 | Applied Political Economy | 3 | — |
Total: 3 Credit Hours
Fourth Level
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 505 | Research Project | 3 | — |
| ECON 507 | Special Studies | 3 | — |
| ECON 600 | Comprehensive Examination | 0 | — |
Total: 6 Credit Hours
Group (2): Elective Courses (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| ECON 511 | Monetary Theory |
| ECON 512 | Public Economics |
| ECON 551 | International Trade |
| ECON 552 | Economics of Developing Countries |
| ECON 565 | Environmental and Resource Economics |
| ECON 572 | Industrial Economics |
| ECON 573 | Public Sector Economics |
| ECON 575 | Economics of Economic Planning |
| ECON 585 | Labor Economics |
| ECON 586 | Energy Economics |
| ECON 595 | Selected Topics in Economics |
Total Available Electives: 33 Credit Hours
Program Overview
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