PhD in Agricultural Economics - Environmental and Resource Economics in Ames United States | Iowa State University

The Department of Economics at Iowa State University upholds a distinguished legacy in graduate education, offering a combined Ph.D. Program in economics and agricultural economics.
Develop thorough comprehension of economic literature and demonstrate critical analysis skills.
Formulate research goals that will make meaningful advancements in economic understanding when achieved.
Skillfully utilize theoretical frameworks along with qualitative and quantitative methods to investigate research problems, mastering data collection, analysis, and presentation.
Properly contextualize research outcomes within the broader scope of economic knowledge.
Present research discoveries with clarity and precision through both spoken and written communication.
Maintain ethical standards and professional integrity in all scholarly activities, whether working individually or collaboratively.
The Ph.D. requires completion of 72 graduate credits, with a minimum of 48 credits from structured coursework. Remaining credits can be fulfilled through dissertation research, workshop participation, or supplementary courses. A restricted number of transfer credits from other accredited institutions may be applied, pending approval from both the Graduate College and the student's dissertation committee.