Master's Degree Applied Economics

Applied Economics MA

Duration

Full-time students can finish in as little as 12 months. Par

Intake

Fall

Mode

About this program

The Applied Economics MA at UMass Boston is a STEM-designated, research-focused program that builds advanced skills in applied economic research and analysis. Students explore mainstream and heterodox economic theories, strengthen critical thinking, and master applied research methods including econometrics, survey research, geographic information systems (GIS), and data analysis.

The program supports hands-on experience through teaching or research assistant roles, with graduate assistantships and faculty mentorship. Students study in cohorts of 12 to 15 with close collaboration. Career-focused training includes professional communication skills developed by presenting findings through a capstone or thesis, and course work can be completed in as little as 12 months for full-time students.

Entry requirements

Applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements in addition to the program-specific requirements.

Career outcomes

Economist
Data Analyst
Consultant
Policy Analyst
Research Analyst
Economic Journalist
Research Associate
Senior Data Engineer
Data and Visualization Specialist
Reporter/Journalist
Consumer Insights Manager

How this course compares

Furman University is #662 in the United States on research impact (147,270 citations).
46 universities in the United States teach master's Economics & Public Policy; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
Most master's Economics & Public Policy courses in the United States take 1–2 years; this one takes Full-time students can finish in as little as 12 months. Par.

The same course elsewhere in the United States

All master's Economics & Public Policy programs in the United States →

QS #24 Applied Economics Johns Hopkins University 1–2 years

QS #285 Applied Economics Georgetown University 1–2 years

QS #358 Applied Economics, MS George Washington University 1–2 years

#250 in United States Applied Economics Southern Methodist University 2 years

#258 in United States Agricultural and Applied Economics University of Wyoming 1–2 years

#273 in United States Applied Economics MA University of Massachusetts Boston 1–2 years

#288 in United States Applied Economics The Catholic University of America 1–2 years

#337 in United States Applied Economics & Predictive Analytics (M.S.) University of North Dakota 1–2 years

Best master's Economics & Public Policy universities in the United States →All master's Economics & Public Policy programs in the United States →Master's scholarships in the United States →

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in the United States offer master's Economics & Public Policy?

Johns Hopkins University (QS #24), Georgetown University (QS #285), George Washington University (QS #358), Southern Methodist University (#250 in United States), University of Wyoming (#258 in United States), University of Massachusetts Boston (#273 in United States), The Catholic University of America (#288 in United States), University of North Dakota (#337 in United States) are among the 46 that do.

How long is the Applied Economics MA at Furman University?

It takes Full-time students can finish in as little as 12 months. Par.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in Fall.

Is Furman University a good university for Economics & Public Policy?

Furman University is #662 in the United States on research impact (147,270 citations).

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