• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

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The MA in Economics is a terminal master’s program that equips its graduates with the advanced knowledge and quantitative skills required for an economic analyst in the business world, the consulting industry, a central bank, or government. The training provides a thorough understanding of fundamental economic principles, application of mathematical methods and modeling, and the use of computer software for large-scale data analysis. It is accomplished through the economics core (four courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics, and econometrics) and four elective courses. These courses are designed exclusively for master’s students, distinct from our PhD and undergraduate offerings. The elective courses develop quantitative skills and specialized knowledge in nearly all major areas of economics and are taught largely by our own research faculty. The entire program may thus be completed in one academic year. The MA in Economics is a STEM-designated degree program.

Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of fundamental economic principles and be able to apply these ideas to analyze public policies, business practices, and real-world events; Have the ability to apply mathematical methods, through modeling and large-scale data analysis; Acquire in-depth knowledge in several areas of economics, as well as a broad perspective on the subject; Be able to conduct scholarly and/or non-academic work in a professional and ethical manner.

Course Requirements

Candidates must complete a minimum of eight semester courses (32 credits). The following courses in micro- and macroeconomic theory, statistics, and econometrics are required.

CAS EC 501 Microeconomic Theory. Covers fundamental economic principles and the mathematical modeling of households and firms, markets and prices, uncertainty and information; quantitative analysis of cost-benefit and economic efficiency. CAS EC 502 Macroeconomic Theory. Covers mathematical models of economic growth and monetary theory, with reference to real-world macroeconomic data; quantitative analysis of macroeconomic policy. CAS EC 505 Elementary Mathematical Economics. Provides the essential mathematical background needed for the other core and elective courses. A determination is made whether it is appropriate to opt out of EC 505 by taking the mathematics placement exam. EC 505 will count as one of the MA electives. CAS EC 507 Statistics for Economists. Provides the mathematical foundation of statistical methods, and quantitative training in data analysis through the use of statistical software. CAS EC 508 Econometrics. Provides in-depth understanding and quantitative training in econometric methods most widely used in economic research and policy analysis. Rigorous mathematical theory will be combined with practice involving data and computer programs.

EC 501, EC 502, EC 507, and EC 508 are the core courses and cannot be counted as electives.

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ College of Arts and Sciences

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 Applicants with a four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university or with equivalent international education may apply for admission. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper Based score of at least 550.

课程信息

学制：全日制(1 年)

学费：US$54,720.00 (¥ 348,123) /年

开学时间：预计在八月 2022

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留学地点：College of Arts and Sciences725 Commonwealth Avenue,BOSTON,Massachusetts,02215, United States