Master of Food and Resource Economics

About this programme

The Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE) is a one-year, course-based master’s degree that prepares graduates to apply economics, business, policy and data analysis to real-world challenges and opportunities across the food, climate, environmental and natural resource sectors. MFRE Website Students develop the knowledge and analytical skills to address a broad and rapidly changing set of issues, including trade and global markets, finance, natural resource management, environmental decision-making, supply chains, agri-food business, climate change, and technology. MFRE alumni pursue careers across the private sector, government, consulting, non-profit organizations and research, both within the food, climate, environmental and natural resource sectors and in related sectors. Career paths include economist, policy analyst, business intelligence analyst, data analyst, financial analyst, environmental consultant, sustainability reporting specialist, commodity trader, management consultant, and research associate. The one-year MFRE combines core foundations, specialized study and real-world work experience. Term 1 builds foundations in economics, business, policy and analytics. Term 2 offers four concentrations and specialized courses aligned with career goals. Term 3 features a four-month, full-time Graduating Project with an industry, government, non-profit, or research organization. Throughout the year, data analytics, professional development, industry speakers and networking connect academic learning with career preparation.