By the end of the program students will be able to:
- Explain core concepts in microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and applied econometrics.
- Demonstrate ability to apply economic analysis to specific problems arising in a diversity of subfields of the discipline.
- Formulate testable hypotheses based on economic principles and design appropriate mechanisms for testing these hypotheses.
- Employ statistical software and coding to clean and prepare data and carry out econometric analyses of cross-section and panel data sets.
- Effectively communicate the application of economic reasoning, quantitative methods and evidence in a professional setting.
- If desired, be prepared to pursue doctoral study in economics or related fields such as public policy or demography.