MS Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology

The Master of Science in Economics program curriculum is designed to enhance quantitative and analytical skills. The MS in Economics is open to all individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs.

Faculty: Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The curriculum totals 30 credit hours. Required courses include ECON 6105 Macroeconomics; ECON 6106 Microeconomic Analysis; ECON 6140 Econometrics I; ECON 6160 Econometrics II.

Career pathways

However, the curriculum is especially geared toward the following individuals: Undergraduates with a desire to enhance analytical skills to be more competitive or command a higher salary in the job market Individuals with a desire to strengthen one's application before pursuing an additional graduate degree Commonly this is a doctorate in Economics but our students also pursue Juris Doctorates, MBAs, and Ph.D.'s in related fields such as public policy or international affairs Engineers who seek to use their quantitative skills in an applied business, data analysis, or decision-making context Working individuals who are looking to formalize and broaden their expertise to advance their careers or become more effective in their current roles.

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