Economics
Master
In Philadelphia (USA)
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Philadelphia (USA)
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Duration
18 Months
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Different dates available
The Master of Science (MS) in Economics program from the Drexel School of Economics integrates training in core economics, rigorous quantitative methods and policy analysis. Required classes provide a solid foundation in micro and macroeconomic theory, statistics and econometrics — and students also have the flexibility to shape their course of study to best match their career aspirations.
Research-active faculty teach all MS in Economics courses. Access to these professors, who understand recent developments in theory and applied methods and how they are being used to address current economic issues, provides our MS in Economics students with a solid advantage. Students also have access to experiential opportunities such as business consulting courses.
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About this course
A mastery of modern economics and the analytical skills needed to succeed in this job market make this program ideal for those interested in becoming practitioners in industry, the financial sector, government, regulatory agencies or international organizations. Available options to obtain rigorous training in advanced theory also make this program ideal for students who aspire to a PhD in economics or plan to work in economics research.
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Subjects
- Access
- Economics
- Finance
- Additional
- Students
- Minors
- Graduate
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- Business
- Analytics
Course programme
Refer to the Drexel University Catalog for complete degree requirements and course descriptions. Economics and related business electives are offered in many disciplines, including managerial economics, public finance, international economics and health economics. Students can also take courses in other Drexel LeBow disciplines such as finance or management. Courses are also available from Drexel’s Public Policy program and Mathematics Department.
MS in Economics Graduate Minors
Graduate minors highlight Drexel’s collaborative and interdisciplinary spirit by allowing you to take interrelated graduate-level courses outside of your major graduate program. Enrich your graduate studies in economics with supplemental knowledge and skills that provide additional professional expertise.
Examples of minors that may benefit MS in Economics students include:
- Computer Science
- Business Analytics Management
- Project Management
- Health Economics
- Finance
Additional information
Full-time and part-time options are available. The program can be completed in as little as 18 months.
This is an official STEM Designated Degree Program
Economics