• MS in Applied Economics is a 1-year program offered on a full-time basis.
  • It is designed to be a self-contained program that gives the successful student valuable skills as an applied economist.
  • Graduates with such skills are in demand by both the public and private sectors.
  • This is intended to be a terminal degree and not preparation for entry into a doctoral program. 
  • The culmination of the program is an Applied Master’s Project, conducted in the summer.
  • At the end of the semester, students have to complete a project that allows students to gain experience in performing practical economic research from start to finish as is commonly found in consulting projects or government agency reports.
  • Students also gain practical experience attending and preparing for structured meetings, giving formal presentations, and technical writing.