Master’s in Economics (MA)
The Macro- and Micro-Benefits
Want a career in government agencies, financial institutions, consulting firms, think tanks, or non-governmental agencies? The MA in Economics program prepares you with a policy-oriented curriculum; faculty with links to think tanks, research institutions, and international organizations; and advanced statistical software used in applied economics research.
The Master’s in Economics program features:
- Your choice of four tracks: General, Development Economics, Gender Analysis in Economics, or Financial Economic Policy.
- A faculty that combines high quality teaching, an interest in economic policy, and serious scholarship.
- A focus on courses dealing with global economic issues. Most faculty have research or have taught in other countries, and bring that experience to the classroom.
- A Washington, DC location with access to extraordinary internship and employment opportunities.
Accelerator Admission
Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | Pre-Sessional English Language | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| IELTS | 6.5, no subscore below 5.5 | 6.0, no subscore below 5.0 | 5.5 |
| Available Entry | Spring or Fall | Spring, Summer, or Fall | |
Qualifying undergraduate degrees:
4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Completed courses in: Calculus 1, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics.
Sample Coursework
Below is a list of degree-related courses you might take during your Master’s Accelerator Program. Courses may change based on availability and your preferences.
- Econometrics I
- Introduction to Mathematical Economics
- Macro Theory
- Research Methods
Progression Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | Pre-Sessional English Language | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits Earned Towards Degree | 6 | 9 | 0 |
| Progression Into | Master’s degree program | Master’s degree program | Master’s Accelerator Program |
| Progression Requirements | GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a B | GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a B | Successful completion of the qualifying level in ELTA with a grade of B or higher in each course |