PhD in Business Economics at Boston University

The PhD trains scholars in economic research on business, markets and public policy, combining economic theory and econometrics. Graduates are prepared to teach in business schools and to produce publishable research.

Faculty: Questrom School of Business  |  Duration: Minimum 16 courses (64 units); total length in years not stated  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

Six core theory and econometrics courses (EC 701, 702, 703, 704, 707, 708) plus Mathematical Economics/Computation and Advanced Econometrics 2; four field courses in two fields such as Development, Finance, Labor Economics or Industrial Organization; and four electives. Milestones include a first-year Research Mentorship, a summer teaching intensive and a Third Year Research Paper; dissertation study is required from the third year.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared to teach economics in business schools and economics departments and to publish research.

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