MA Economics at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Note: Students are admitted only for the PhD in economics; the MA is an optional part of the PhD program. The economics graduate program offers degree work in both theoretical and applied fields of economics with an emphasis on quantitative economic analysis. The strong quantitative component in this degree emphasizes multivariate calculus, linear algebra, and econometrics (statistical methods of economic data).

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 3 years / Plan B 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Required Core Courses, Economics Electives, Outside Courses. Coursework offered on both the A-F and S/N grade basis must be taken A-F, with a minimum grade of C earned for each.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Note: The Economics graduate program does not accept applications directly to the MA; rather, the MA is an additional or alternative credential for students admitted to the Economics PhD program.

Duration: 3 years / Plan B 30 credits

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