Master of Science in Economics
Purdue University

Program Details

With a Master of Science degree in Economics, you will master the analytic and quantitative methods needed to understand key economic and business outcomes. Students in this program will learn how to evaluate, optimize, and forecast sectors including stock markets, product prices, production, growth, employment, inflation, and welfare.

Professors incorporate big data and machine learning into coursework to ensure you have the most current and in-demand skill set. You will also practice software applications such as Stata, Matlab, and EViews and programming tools such as Python. 

Specializations are available in areas including:

  • Business and Data Analytics
  • Financial Economics
  • Public Economics and Policy
  • Advanced Theory

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Purdue University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.7 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s)