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The
M.A. program in economics provides the opportunity to acquire
the basic skills of economic analysis and to apply them in an
area of concentration. The curriculum provides preparation for
careers in administration and research in government, business,
and other private organizations. The program can be completed
in one full year or three semesters of full time study. Unfortunately,
financial aid from the University is normally not available for
this program.
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Program
of Study (30 credits, minimum)* |
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1.
Economics (24 credits, minimum) including: |
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Eco
500 (Microeconomics)
Eco 501 (Macroeconomics)
Eco 520 (Quantitative Methods I)
Eco 521 (Quantitative Methods II)
A
sequence of courses in an area of concentration, as approved by
the department's Graduate Studies Committee
Eco
698 Master's Essay (3), a research paper in the student's field
of concentration.
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2.
Supporting courses (0-6 credits) in related fields as advised.
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*Students
who have not completed a year sequence of undergraduate intermediate
economic theory are required to complete Eco 300 and 301 without graduate
credit. Students enrolled in the Ph.D. program in economics may be
awarded an M.A. degreee under special requirements. |
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Fields
of Concentration |
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Fields
of concentration are available in International Economics, Finance
(in cooperation with the School of Business), Public Sector Economics
(in cooperation with the College of Public Affairs and Policy),
and Health Economics and Policy (in cooperation with the School
of Public Health).
A
new, intensive Concentration
in Economic Forecasting will be available beginning fall 2004.
This concentration is appropriate for students with strong backgrounds
in economics, mathematics, and statistics.
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