Overview

The M.S. in Applied Economics from Boston College emphasizes the practical application of coursework and academic study. Guided by faculty members who are seasoned professionals, you will learn to analyze data and work with data analysis tools. Experience with the hands-on work economists do will prepare you to "hit the ground running" upon graduation.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the program at Boston College, students will

Be able to use basic economic models to analyze the choices made by consumers, investors, firms, and governments.

Be able to utilize macro and microeconomic models in order to analyze business, policy, and social issues and decisions.

Be able to interpret and analyze macroeconomic data to formulate economic policy and to evaluate the impact of macroeconomic events and forces on their organization.

Have an intermediate level, practical knowledge of data analysis and econometrics.

Be able to utilize economic models and econometric techniques in the context of economic analysis in order to address practical business or policy issues.

Be able to competently use a statistical/econometric software packages.

Be able to evaluate the ethical ramifications of economic policy proposals.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied Microeconomic Theory

Data Analysis

Econometrics

Financial Economics

Applied Stress Testing for Economists

Operations Research in Applied Economics

Big Data Econometrics

Predictive Analytics/Forecasting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling admissions after Regular deadline.

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Newton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official high school degree or official GED transcript

Official college/university transcripts of previously attended schools

Essays

Application fee: $45

Two Letters of Recommendation

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Tuition Fee

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International

42960 USD/year

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National

42960 USD/year

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42960 USD/year

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