Certificate in Computational Economics at Rice University

Programme overview

Certificate in Computational Economics is a graduate certificate or diploma programme at Rice University in Computational Economics (School of Social Sciences). The Master of Computational Economics (MCEcon) at Rice University is designed to equip students with cutting-edge computational tools and advanced economic modeling techniques to tackle complex economic challenges. This program bridges economic theory, econometrics, and high-performance computing, preparing graduates for careers in research, policy analysis, finance, and consulting. The degree totals 16 credit hours.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences | Department: Computational Economics | Study mode: full-time | Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

A minimum of 4 courses (16 credit hours) of graduate-level study (graduate semester credit hours, coursework at the 500-level or above) to satisfy certificate requirements. A minimum overall GPA of 2.67 or higher in all Rice coursework . A minimum program GPA of 2.67 or higher in all Rice coursework that satisfies requirements for the graduate certificate with a minimum grade of B- (2.67 grade points) in each course.

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Entry requirements

The Certificate in Computational Economics (COE) exists as two distinct offerings, with both an on-campus and online option. Students must apply to either the on-campus or online program and are admitted into one program cohort or the other. The admission standards are the same for both programs. Admission to the Certificate in Computational Economics (COE) is open to current degree-seeking Rice graduate social science students. No formal application is required. Students must declare the certificate using the Declaration and Change of University Certificate Form (GR) available in ESTHER. Declaration of the certificate requires the student to obtain the approval of their director of graduate studies (in the degree program to which they have been admitted) as well as approval from the appropriate certificate advisor for the university certificate program.

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