Strike a balance between a core of microeconomic, macroeconomic, and econometric theory and a wide variety of applied courses.

The Department of Economics offers rigorous programs leading to Ph.D., M.A., M.S., and combined M.A./M.B.A. degrees. The Ph.D., M.A., and M.S. programs emphasize applied, policy-oriented economics and the development of strong econometric skills that prepare students for successful careers in industry and government. Areas of specialization including econometrics, international economics and development, industrial organization, labor economics, macroeconomics, public economics, finance, natural resources, and urban and regional economics. The M.A./M.B.A. program combines applied economics with traditional M.B.A. skills. The department also offers an M.A. degree in Economics and Entrepreneurship for Educators (MAEEE).