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The Applied Economics PhD program equips students with skills essential for excelling in academic, research, and policy-oriented roles. The curriculum centers on quantitative economic approaches to address challenges and evaluate policies across key sectors including agriculture, natural resources, environmental studies, international trade, economic development, energy, marine sciences, and healthcare. Discover our graduate program learning outcomes here.
Students receive thorough training in economic theory, econometrics, and advanced quantitative techniques, along with their practical applications in specialized focus areas. The program combines foundational courses from the Applied Economics graduate curriculum with specialized electives offered through the Applied Economics Department and collaborating colleges - Forestry, Agricultural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences - as well as the School of Public Health.
Graduates of the Applied Economics PhD program are well-prepared for professional opportunities in higher education, consulting firms, government agencies, financial institutions, and various industry sectors.