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The economics graduate program is a collaborative initiative between the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Department of Economics in the Poole College of Management. The curriculum focuses on economic theory, quantitative analysis, and their practical applications. Master's candidates can opt for either the terminal master's pathway or the PhD preparation track, with opportunities to specialize in one or more of four key areas: financial economics, international economics, natural resource/environmental economics, and applied econometrics. Students also have the choice between completing a research-based thesis (leading to a Master of Science in Economics) or following a coursework-only path (resulting in a Master of Economics degree). Doctoral candidates can specialize in agricultural economics, development/labor economics, econometrics, environmental/resource economics, international economics, macro-monetary economics, or microeconomic theory and industrial organization.
The terminal master's pathway is designed for students pursuing immediate career opportunities post-graduation. This track offers flexible enrollment options, allowing students to complete the program in 1 year, 18 months, or 2 years based on their preferred pace, whether attending full-time or part-time.