Master of Science in Economics

The Master of Science in Economics program curriculum is designed to enhance quantitative and analytical skills. 

The MS in Economics is open to all individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs. However, the curriculum is especially geared toward the following individuals:

  • Undergraduates with a desire to enhance analytical skills to be more competitive or command a higher salary in the job market
  • Individuals with a desire to strengthen one's application before pursuing an additional graduate degree
    • Commonly this is a doctorate in Economics but our students also pursue Juris Doctorates, MBAs, and Ph.D.'s in related fields such as public policy or international affairs 
  • Engineers who seek to use their quantitative skills in an applied business, data analysis, or decision-making context
  • Working individuals who are looking to formalize and broaden their expertise to advance their careers or become more effective in their current roles. 

Internship Option

Minimum course credit hours at 6000 to 9000 level: 21

ECON 6105Macroeconomics3
ECON 6106Microeconomic Analysis3
ECON 6140Econometrics I3
ECON 6160Econometrics II3
Economics Electives12
Internship3
Advisor approved electives3
Total Credit Hours30

Coursework Option

Minimum course credit hours at 6000 to 9000 level: 24

ECON 6105Macroeconomics3
ECON 6106Microeconomic Analysis3
ECON 6140Econometrics I3
ECON 6160Econometrics II3
Economics electives12
Advisor approved electives6
Total Credit Hours30

Within those 30 credit hours, the student must choose 12 credit hours of Economics elective courses and 6 credits hours of elective courses either in Economics or in complementary areas such as Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, International Affairs, various areas in Management, or Public Policy, among other areas. The selection of these electives will be based on the student's chosen areas of concentration. The SOE Director of Graduate Studies along with the Academic Advisor will grant approvals for these courses.

Students must earn at least a ‘C’ in order for coursework to be considered towards degree requirements.

Students must have an overall GPA of at least 2.70 at the time of graduation