The Master of Arts (M.A.) in economics prepares students for doctoral studies in economics or public administration, for teaching positions in community colleges, or for pursuing careers as professional economists as researchers in business or government.

Admission

In addition to meeting Graduate School requirements, prospective students who have a 3.0 overall GPA and competitive scores on the general test of the GRE may be admitted in full standing.  A student not meeting these requirements may be admitted to conditional status.

Foundation

Courses

No specific foundation courses are required for admission to full standing.  It is recommended that all students present credit in courses in economics including Economics 202, 203, 403, and 404 (or their equivalent), and 18 hours in related courses.  Adequate preparation in statistics and mathematics is strongly recommended.

Curricula

Candidates for the degree must present 30 hours of credit including Economics 604, 605, 606, and 609.  A total of 9 hours in finance (FIN 634 and two 500-level courses) may be applied toward the M.A. degree.  Alternatively, 6 hours may be taken in mathematics, political science, history, or other related disciplines.  A student may opt for a thesis, which constitutes 6 hours.  A final comprehensive oral examination is required of all students during the last enrollment period.

Descriptions of the Graduate Level Economics Courses

For additional information, see the Graduate Handbook

Contact

Dr. Lewis Smith
235 Holman Hall
(662) 915-5924
lsmith@olemiss.edu