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Students pursuing a Master of Science in Agricultural and Resource Economics (AREC) can select between two tracks: a thesis-based Applied Economics and Policy Analysis (AEPA) path or a non-thesis Applied Econometrics and Data Analytics (AEDA) option. Detailed curriculum information for these AREC Master's programs is available at http://grad.arizona.edu/programs/programinfo/ARECMSAEPA and http://grad.arizona.edu/programs/programinfo/ARECMSAEDA. Note that applications must specify either the AEPA or AEDA track during submission, as we don't accept general AREC Master's applications.
The STEM-designated Applied Econometrics and Data Analytics (AEDA) master's program covers diverse topics in applied agricultural economics, spanning production economics, development economics, statistical techniques, econometric applications, and policy analysis for water, food, and environmental issues. This intensive 18-month program equips graduates for professional roles as econometricians, data analysts, risk specialists, credit evaluators, economists, and policy advisors across private enterprises, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations.