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Examples of Possible Careers*
Data scientists and mathematical science occupations, all other
- 30.9% much faster than the average
- 33,200 number of jobs
- $98,230 potential earnings
Economics teachers, postsecondary
- 5.2% faster than the average
- 16,800 number of jobs
- $107,260 potential earnings
Economists
- 14.1% much faster than the average
- 20,500 number of jobs
- $108,350 potential earnings
Statisticians
- 34.6% much faster than the average
- 42,700 number of jobs
- $92,270 potential earnings
Management analysts
- 10.7% much faster than the average
- 876,300 number of jobs
- $87,660 potential earnings
*Note
Source of occupation titles and labor data is from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.
Description
The Master of Arts in Economics degree provides prepares graduates for a career as an analyst in government or the private sector, as well as for doctoral study.
The Economics major comprises the following concentrations:
- The Economic Analysis concentration has a distinct advantage for students in its focus on the development of strong analytical and quantitative skills. Students are well-trained in the application of economic theory and methods of statistical analysis.
- The Financial Economics concentration is primarily designed for students who wish to pursue careers in the financial services industry, including commercial banking, investment banking, insurance, real estate and financial advising.
Accreditation
AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
- Official transcript(s)
- GMAT or GRE scores1
- Goal statement
- Résumé
- Three letters of recommendation
- English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
- Minimum 550 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
- Minimum 80 TOEFL IBT score (internet-based version)
- Minimum 77 MELAB score
- Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
- Minimum 58 PTE score
- Minimum 110 Duolingo English Test score
Undergraduate Economics or Finance major students who are applying to the combined bachelor's/master's program with the M.A.E. degree must have earned a minimum 60 credit hours (junior standing) and have a minimum 3.200 overall GPA. In addition, students in the B.B.A. degree in Finance must have earned a minimum B grade in ECON 32040. GRE/GMAT is waived for applicants into the combined program.
For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Understand and apply fundamental economic concepts.
- Formulate and test hypotheses.
- Access and use appropriate information.
- Demonstrate analytic and quantitative skills.
