MS Tracks
There are three tracks that a student can pursue for their M.S. degree in Economics:
Financial Economics
A student choosing this track will be trained in: the most sophisticated methods used today to price assets, assess and hedge risk, evaluate investment projects, and understand the operation of the equity, fixed income, options, futures, and derivative markets.
International Economics
A student choosing this track will be trained in: modern international trade and exchange rate theories, understand the link between foreign and domestic financial and goods markets, and become acquainted with the idiosyncratic characteristics of the East Asian Markets.
Applied Micro-Econometrics
A student choosing this track will be able to: pursue applications of microeconomics using econometric techniques, and will also be able to combine courses from various fields. If so desired, to suit their professional goals and personal interests.
Applied Micro-Econometrics Course Advisement
Please note: the Applied Micro-Econometrics track is not available at this time, but will be offered in the future.