Master of Arts: Economics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Master of Arts: Economics is a postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 9 in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It represents advanced study in economics and carries 240 credits. The qualification originated at Rand Afrikaans University. The available information indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2009, so its current availability should be confirmed before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced postgraduate study in economics, particularly those interested in economic analysis, research or further academic development. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider because no admission requirements are supplied here.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development for work involving economics, economic analysis or research, depending on the person’s experience and any additional requirements of a role. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related careers are listed for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced economic analysis
- Economic research
- Analytical thinking
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Arts: Economics
- SAQA ID
- 4651
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied registration-end information indicates an end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the curriculum, assessment arrangements, research or dissertation requirements, expected workload and completion conditions, as these details are not supplied here.
- Confirm whether any workplace, research, supervision or other practical requirements apply.
- Obtain written confirmation of the qualification title, NQF level, credits and awarding arrangements before enrolling.