2024-2025 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Economics, MA
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Students in the Master of Arts in Economics develop a strong foundation in economic theory through exposure to several sub-disciplines of economics. Courses usually place an emphasis on both empirical and policy applications. The program provides a flexible framework adaptable to a wide variety of professional objectives, and typically takes three full-time semesters to complete. The MA program in economics specializes in financial economics, and prepares students for employment in economic research at government and private organizations. The MA program can also provide a base for further graduate work in the field of economics.
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Admission Requirements
Qualified students holding a bachelor’s degree are eligible for admission. Applicants to the MA program must not have been previously awarded a master’s degree in economics.
Applicants are required to submit scores from the Graduate Record Examination.
Course Requirements
Students pursuing the MA in economics with a specialization in financial economics must complete 32 credits of graduate coursework, which includes:
Additional Information About the Program
Courses presented for the degree must all be completed with grades of C- or better and a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.0 (B average).
For more information on the Economics MA program, please refer to the Economics website for more information. To apply to the Economics MA program, please visit the University Admissions website.
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Return to: Harpur College of Arts and Sciences
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