Overview

The Innovation Economics, Law and Regulation programme from University of Southern California equips graduates with the essential skills required to address the complexities of big data, artificial intelligence and machine learning innovations through the lens of antitrust, privacy, data security and intellectual property laws.

Key facts

Students in this distinctive programme gain comprehensive knowledge of the economic and regulatory complexities of digital service industries and innovation-driven workplaces that include tech and biotech.

It is ideal for students with an interest in law looking to study economic theory and data analysis or for students with a background in economics or STEM looking to study relevant laws and economics that govern innovation.

Outcomes

Understand the overlap between law and microeconomics, particularly in the fields of antitrust and intellectual property law

Develop interdisciplinary skills in economics and the regulation of markets that include analytical and written skills

Economists and consultants gain training enabling them to better interface with lawyers

Gain a comprehensive knowledge of the economic and regulatory complexities of digital service industries and innovation-driven workplaces

Possible Career Pathways

Here are some common examples of in-demand jobs where having additional economic and legal knowledge could help you excel:

Policy Analyst

Market and Competition Policy

Economic Consultant

Economic Development Manager

Policy Advocate

Contract Specialist

International Relations Officer

Foreign Affairs Specialist

Investment Analyst

Regulatory Analyst

Market Oversight Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microeconomic Analysis and Policy

Practice of Econometrics

Antitrust Economics and Competition Policy

Legal Research

Antitrust Law

Intellectual Property

Venture Capital and Emerging Companies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

Economics Innovation Management View 98 other Masters in Innovation Management in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

To qualify for admission to the Master of Science in Innovation Economics, Law and Regulation, (MIELR) you must have earned your bachelor's degree in any field, within or outside of the United States, by the time you enroll in our program. Students are required to have a solid foundation in mathematics, including calculus.

Applicants must submit official transcripts from all colleges, universities, and other post-secondary institutions previously attended. Transcripts and other academic records must be issued directly by the registrar’s office of your previous school(s) and bear the official registrar’s stamp/signature.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

52000 USD / year

≈ 52000 USD / year
Out-of-State

52000 USD / year

≈ 52000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

52000 USD / year

≈ 52000 USD / year

Additional Details

$3,250 per unit (Gould);

$2,467 per unit (Dornsife)

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

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Academic requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

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