I took up the quantitative economics track as I wanted an opportunity to further the discussion and analysis of the economic theories and models introduced at the intermediate level. After taking the modules offered under the track, I was equipped with economic tools that helped me better understand economic problems in other courses. While the quantitative analysis required under the track may be rigorous at times, the professors were very patient in guiding the students.

Jeannie Yang TingTingBSc (Econ), Quantitative Economics Track and second degree in Accounting, Graduation Year 2013

I encourage you to consider challenging yourself and enrolling in the QET. It goes without saying that QET is a must if you wish to become a professional economist, or take on any of the huge variety of economics-related jobs in the market requiring technical analysis. However, to me the main attraction of QET is not about improving one’s career prospects. Whatever your chosen path may be, taking advanced classes will develop your problem solving skills. Moreover, you would get to forge friendships with classmates who are highly motivated and enthusiastic about learning. In fact, I got to know some of my closest SMU friends from the Advanced Macroeconomics and International Trade classes.

Leung Weiwen BSc (Econ), Quantitative Economics Track and second major in Applied Statistics, Graduation Year 2013

QET has proven to be intellectually both challenging and stimulating.

Digging deeper into economics, we are amazed by how much insight this discipline can provide into our world. In addition, this track further develops one’s analytical mind and quantitative skills that will be proven useful in the workplace or for further studies

Lin Fangjun & Lin Fangcheng BSc (Econ), Quantitative Economics Track, Graduation Year 2013 General Information

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Quantitative Economics Track

Structure and Curriculum

Economics Major (11 courses)Students are required to complete 11 Economics Major courses as follows:

Complete 5 compulsory courses:

1. Applied Econometrics

2. Intermediate Microeconomics

3. Intermediate Macroeconomics

4. International Trade*

5. International Macroeconomics*

Quantitative Economics courses:

• AdvancedMicroeconomics

• AdvancedMacroeconomics

• IntermediateEconometrics

In addition, students should complete the remaining electives from any Economics Major electives.

Students admitted in AY2011-2012 and before are required to complete at least 2 electives from the Quantitative Economics courses.

Major-related courses in Economics (9 courses)A total of 9 courses must be completed. In t roduct ion to Sta t is t ica l Theory and Intermediate Mathematics for Economics are compulsory courses. Students may choose the remaining 7 courses from a range of courses across all schools.

* Course(s) may fulfill Global & Regional Studies for Economics 2nd degree students

OverviewThe Quantitative Economics track is designed to respond to the industry’s and academia’s increasing demand for a more technical and quantitative analysis of economic situations and issues. In this track, the choice of Economics modules will be guided to place more emphasis on international economics which trains students to conduct in-depth analysis of international economic and international finance issues. This is important in view of the openness of the Singapore economy and our globalised world. A stronger foundation in economics principles and a higher technical competency will also be built through the Advanced Microeconomics, Advanced Macroeconomics and Intermediate Econometrics courses. Students who take this track can maintain their second degree and/ or second major as they do the same number of Economics modules as those under the regular Economics degree programme.

Who qualifies• Economics1st and 2nd degree students. Students have a choice to not apply for the Track and

remain in the BSc Economics curriculum.• Availableto2nd Major students as well.

Who should applyThis Track is for students:

• whoareinterestedinbecomingprofessionaleconomistsin the government or private sectors;

• whowanttopursueamoretechnicalcareerpathin the industry;

• interested inpursuinggraduate studies,be it inEconomics or in Finance, or

• whosimplywanttoincreasethescopeanddepthoftheirknowledge in the quantitative aspects of Economics.

Testimonies

Today’s employers and graduate economics departments alike are increasingly looking for economics graduates with experience and exposure to advanced training in quantitative economics, particularly on econometrics and mathematical economics. In this context, the QET is a very good addition to SOE’s arsenal of offerings, and a timely response to the demands of today’s economics graduate.

Dr Yip Chun SengPrincipal Economist (Fiscal Policy)Ministry of Finance

I am happy to see this track offered in the curriculum which I think will make for a more rigorous and well-rounded education for budding economists. I am confident that the Quantitative Economics Track will further cement the high and rising reputation of SMU economics graduates.

Mr Manu BhaskaranCentennial Asia Advisors Pte LtdSchool of Economics Advisory Board member