The Master of Science in Economics program with a concentration in Financial Econometrics or Financial Economics in the Department of Economics at Texas A&M University is a STEM program that aims to provide rigorous training in economics, econometrics, analytical and quantitative skills for students in order to prepare them for immediate careers in business or government, or further study in top economics and finance Ph.D. programs. This terminal, professional Master’s degree program was created in response to the increasingly high demand from students seeking a professional master’s degree in economics, and employers looking for candidates with advanced training. Students are able to complete the program in 18 or 24 months.
Most students are in the non-thesis option and complete 36 credit hours to receive their degree. Thesis option students must complete a total of 32 semester hours of graduate course credits, a thesis under the guidance of an Advisory Committee, and pass an oral/final exam in the final semester of their studies.
The course structure for the program includes a set of core courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and business finance, and required courses in behavioral, international, advanced econometrics, and institutions, and a capstone course that provides students with experience in carrying out an applied research project. Students are encouraged to participate in an internship in the summer of their first year.
To view the detailed curriculum, go to the Master of Science in Economics Curriculum.
Master of Science in Economics Program Requirements
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Students will have the option to choose between a thesis and a non-thesis track for their graduate studies. Both tracks offer flexibility in selecting supporting courses, allowing students to tailor their program to fit their academic interests and career goals while completing a core Capstone course.
The Capstone course is designed to equip students with essential research skills, including the ability to engage with professional literature and produce a formal research paper. This course serves as a foundation for conducting independent research, regardless of the chosen track.
Students also have the option to enhance their program by selecting courses from complementary academic disciplines that align with their career aspirations. Examples of these career fields include accounting, actuary, banking, consulting, data analytics, energy, financial services, international affairs, international transfer pricing, Ph.D., public policy, or real estate.