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ECONOMICS
MASTER'S DEGREE PROGRAM
The objective of the Master of Arts in Economics degree is to prepare students
as professional economists for careers in business and government and/or
as researchers on social and business problems. The focal point of the program
is the development of understanding of the human and institutional theories
of economic behavior; development of necessary analytical skills for economic
problem solving; and exposure of students to current economic problems and
alternative economic policy considerations.
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 Graduate Record Examination (GRE) may be admitted in full standing.
A student not meeting these requirements may be admitted to conditional
status: alternatively, a student may submit Graduate Management Admission
Test (GMAT) in lieu of the GRE.
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, and 230 (or their equivalent), and 18 hours
in related courses.
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.
Alternately, 6 hours may be taken in mathematics, political science, psychology,
sociology, computer science, management, or marketing. 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.
Contact
Dr. Bill Chappell, Economics Area Coordinator
220 Holman Hall
(662) 915-7076
chappell@bus.olemiss.edu
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ECONOMICS
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The program leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in economics is
designed for students of exceptional ability who wish to do advanced work
in preparation for careers in university teaching and research, or as staff
specialists in business, government, or research organizations. The course
of study is more expansive in scope and is of greater depth than the master's
program, with programs individualized to fit each student's interest and
background. Emphasis in the program is placed on the development of the
student's capacity to analyze economic problems and to do original research.
Admission
Each student must meet the admission requirements for the Masters of Arts
degree in economics as well as the Graduate School requirements for admission
to the Ph.D. program.
Curriculum
A student must complete at least 54 graduate hours beyond the bachelor's
degree or at least 30 approved graduate hours beyond the master's degree.
Each student must meet the core requirements for the M.A. degree and present
credit in Economics 530, 613, 614, 628, 630, and 631. A student must take
a minimum of three fields, each of which will consist of 9 hours of course
work. One field may be in an approved area outside economics. Economics
fields include managerial economics, labor economics, economic theory and
its history, econometrics, international economics, money and financial
institutions, and public economics. A student must demonstrate proficiency
in research methodology and satisfy a departmental tool requirement.
Advisement
During the first enrollment period, a graduate advisory committee will be
appointed that will help plan and approve the student's program of study.
Written Preliminary Examination
Students majoring in economics must successfully complete a written preliminary
examination at the end of their first year in the program. The examination
consists of a quantitative part that satisfies the School of Business Administration
tool requirement and a theory part that covers material taught in first-year
economics courses.
Written Comprehensive Examinations
Each student must successfully complete a written exam in two fields. These
exams may not be taken until all research tool requirements have been satisfied
and all course work has been completed for the particular field.
Oral Comprehensive Examination
The oral comprehensive exam will be taken after the student has successfully
completed all written field exams. The exam will cover the major and minor
fields.
Dissertation and Oral Defense
After the student has passed the oral comprehensive examination, a dissertation
proposal must be successfully presented to and approved by a dissertation
committee. After the dissertation is written, a final oral defense culminates
the student's doctoral program at the University.
Contact
Dr. Bill Chappell, Economics Area Coordinator
220 Holman Hall
(662) 915-7076
chappell@bus.olemiss.edu
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