Mark Magill

Mark Magill serves as a Senior Lecturer at Ulster University Business School and Principal Economist at the Ulster University Economic Policy Centre, based at the Belfast campus (Room BA-02-030, 2-24 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1AP). With over 10 years of prior professional experience at Ipsos MORI, Oxford Economics, and PriceWaterhouse Coopers, he brings substantial expertise in economic research across public and private sectors in the UK, Ireland, and internationally.

Magill's research focuses on economic policy analysis with particular emphasis on Northern Ireland's economic development. His work spans several key areas:

• Economic impact assessment and evaluation methodologies
• Labour market dynamics and forecasting
• Skills needs analysis and workforce planning
• Regional competitiveness and economic inequality
• Macroeconomic modeling for regional contexts

His recent research output demonstrates a strong focus on practical economic policy applications for Northern Ireland's unique challenges. Magill has led the development of specialized economic models including a skills forecasting model and a dedicated macroeconomic model for Northern Ireland. His work frequently addresses policy challenges related to urban development, economic transitions, and vulnerable population groups.

As a Co-Investigator on numerous research projects, Magill collaborates extensively with government bodies and international organizations. His current major project is EPIC Futures NI (2024-2026), which aims to address economic inactivity through innovative partnership approaches across Northern Ireland. Previous projects include work with the Department for Employment and Learning, Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment, and Belfast City Council.