Economics

Overview

Economics at Old Dominion University who have chosen to continue their graduate training have successfully completed Ph.D. programs at prestigious universities across the nation. Other graduates have become economics teachers, primarily at the community-college level. Some have gone to research and analysis positions in governmental agencies and private business firms. Still others have chosen to pursue careers in general business management.

Learning outcomes

All students in the program are trained in economic theory and research methods, and take several courses emphasizing business or government policy analysis in chosen specialty areas. An independent research program is required, permitting students to apply theory and empirical techniques to real-world problems.

The Department of Economics also encourages interdisciplinary training. The masters program can be adapted for students desiring a diverse background by combining economics with graduate courses in sociology, political science, computer science, statistics, modeling and simulation, finance, marketing research, or public administration. The Economics Department is especially strong in international economics and econometrics. The department is the home of the Old Dominion University Economic Forecasting Project, which generates economic forecasts and commentary about the region, state, and nation.

Classes are offered at times to accommodate both full-time and part-time students. Courses are offered in the late afternoon or evening at the main campus in Norfolk.