An undergraduate major in economics is not required for acceptance into the program. The admissions decision is based on the applicant's academic transcript, GRE scores, letters of recommendation, and a personal narrative on the application form. A student may earn departmental honors with a GPA of 3.75 in all required courses for the M.A. degree and the recommendation of the department. Degree Requirements Candidates for the M.A. in economics must complete a core curriculum that provides training in the fundamental areas of economic theory, quantitative methods, and communication skills.
Students then select either the general economics or business economics option.
The following courses or their equivalents are required for both the general economics and business economics option. Students with previous education in economics or business may waive some of these courses. The general economics option is designed for students interested in a broad-based background in the traditional fields of economics. It is intended for those who wish to teach basic economics or pursue further graduate study in economics. A recommended study program is available for students who plan to pursue a Ph.D. at another university after completing the M.A. in economics at UM-St.