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The MS in Applied Economics Program develops skill in economic reasoning, and in constructing and estimating economic models through the use of econometrics and other qua ... [+]
The MS in Applied Economics Program develops skill in economic reasoning, and in constructing and estimating economic models through the use of econometrics and other quantitative techniques. This is accomplished by a rigorous and demanding curriculum and a talented and dedicated staff of instructors.
The degree can be pursued at a part-time or a full-time pace. All undergraduate majors are welcome.
Applied Economics students tailor their own course of study and can pursue any of the following areas, or mix and match:
Public Policy Financial Economics and the Macroeconomy International Economics and Development Spatial Economics (also available online) Environmental Economics (also available online) Health Economics (also available online) Economics of National Security Quantitative Methods ... [-]Georgetown University is pleased to announce that the Department of Economics has launched a two-year Masters of Science (M.S.) Degree Program in Economics starting in th ... [+]
Georgetown University is pleased to announce that the Department of Economics has launched a two-year Masters of Science (M.S.) Degree Program in Economics starting in the Fall of 2017. The M.S. in Economics is an innovative two-year program, recognized as a STEM degree, emphasizing frontier training in econometrics and quantitative economics.
The distinguishing features of the program, relative to the Masters in Applied Economics program, are: (1) the more extensive training in economics permitted by the degree requirement of 45 credits rather than 30 credits, and (2) the specifically required 15 credits of coursework in intensively quantitative courses.
The program is structured such that a full-time student, with the necessary preparatory background, can complete the course of study in two academic years by taking the appropriate courses during the fall and spring terms.... [-]
The Master of Science in Economics program requires a combination of specific required coursework and electives. ... [+]
The Master of Science in Economics program requires a combination of specific required coursework and electives.
MS RequirementsPrerequisite:
A Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in economics or with coursework in economics that includes intermediate microeconomic and macroeconomic theory (equivalent to Econ 2101, 2102 or 6217-18, and basic statistics, equivalent to Stat 1111-2112. An understanding of basic calculus, equivalent to Math 1231-1232. Applications are accepted for the fall semester only.Required: the general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences; thirty hours of coursework including Econ 8301, 8305, 8375, and two courses chosen from 8302, 8306, and 8376; and five 8000-level economics courses. Subject to the MS Program Director's approval, MS students can count one 6000 level course toward satisfying degree requirements and toward the minimum GPA for being in good standing in the MS program.... [-]