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Overview
About Applied Financial Economics at Saint Louis University
Saint Louis University's Master of Science in Applied Financial Economics is a quantitative-based, applied program that focuses on analysis and forecasting of financial variables such as interest rates, stock returns and their effects on financial markets.
The M.S.-AFE program consists of 30 credits that can be completed full time in as little as one calendar year. As a prerequisite, the program also requires nine credits of foundation coursework in economics, accounting and applied business statistics, part or all of which may be waived for students demonstrating competency through previously completed coursework. No work experience is required, which means that students can transition into the program upon achieving their undergraduate degree.
Careers
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook is bright for individuals with graduate degrees who have skills in quantitative analysis and the ability to apply quantitative analysis to economic modeling and forecasting.
Graduates of the applied financial economics program will be qualified for a range of analysis-related jobs. Possible positions include:
- Research analyst/associate/assistant
- Policy analyst
- Data analyst
- Staff economist
- Strategy analyst
- Business economist
- Securities analyst
- Market forecaster
- Instructor (e.g. university non-tenure track)
- Doctoral student
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Accounting for Managers
- Economics for Managers
- Applied Business Statistics
- Econometrics
- Forecasting Macroeconomic and Financial Variables
- Applied Financial Economics Capstone
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Economics Finance View 702 other Masters in Economics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once all application materials are received. Application files are reviewed holistically (undergraduate performance, internship or professional experience and professional goal statement). The average time for admissions decisions is two weeks.
For non-native speakers of English, an official English Language test score report is also required and must be sent directly to the institution.
- Completed online application
- Official transcript(s)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Résumé
- Professional goal statement of fewer than 500 words
Tuition Fee
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International
34800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1160 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
34800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1160 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Saint Louis
1015 - 1530 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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