The Master's degree programs focus on a variety of applications areas in applied economics.  All students complete advanced courses in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and econometrics.  Students interested in international issues can choose from a variety of courses in pure trade theory, international finance, and international economic development.  We also offer courses in all traditional economics fields, including, among others, labor economics, public finance, industrial organization and regulation, resource economics, and game theory.  Many students specialize by combining economics courses with those in agricultural economics, business administration, finance, operations research, natural resources, or urban affairs.   

We have had excellent success in placing our graduates in professional positions, and employers have been very pleased with our students. By investing in an M.A. or M.S., students can add roughly 30 percent to their starting salaries. A sample of employers of our recent graduates includes:  Accenture, AT&T, U.S. Department of Energy, Bank of New York, New York Federal Reserve Bank, Provident National Bank, WEFA, Economy.com, Baltimore Gas & Electric, CRX, Conrail, Bell Atlantic, and the Office of Management and Budget.  We also offer a centralized Career Services Center that maintains job listings, coordinates job fairs, student recruitment programs, and provides career planning and placement assistance.  Click here to reach that office.