Program Overview

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Economics, MA

The Master of Arts in Economics program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis is designed for those seeking to work as professional economists. This program provides students with a versatile set of skills that are highly valued in the workplace.

Program Type and Format

• The program type is Graduate, MA.
• The format is On-Campus, 100% Evenings.

Program Overview

UMSL's Master of Arts in Economics program is specifically designed for those seeking to work as professional economists. Our students acquire knowledge, as well as a versatile set of skills, that are highly valued in the workplace. In fact, our MA program has an excellent track record of placing graduates in private sector and government jobs, as well as in top PhD programs. A recent survey of alumni found that 95 percent of our MA in Economics students found a position within one year of graduation, and over 60 percent went on to earn annual salaries of $100,000 or more.

Outcomes and Career Outlook

UMSL's Master of Arts in Economics program is specifically designed for those seeking to work as professional economists. Our students acquire knowledge, as well as a versatile set of skills, that are highly valued in the workplace. In fact, our MA program has an excellent track record of placing graduates in private sector and government jobs, as well as in top PhD programs.

• Employment of Economists is projected to grow up to 6% to 2032, with a median annual salary of $113,940, according to wage and employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Occupational Information Network.

Career Opportunities

• Economist
• Economics Instructor or Professor
• Consultant
• Transfer Pricing Analyst
• Demand Planner/Forecaster
• Financial Advisor
• Internet Marketing Specialist
• Data Analyst

Admissions and Degree Information

Plan of Study

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Non-Missouri Residents

Prospective students are responsible for reviewing the UMSL state authorizations page to see if this program is offered in their state throughout their program and to review the licensure or certification requirements for the state in which they reside.

Student Organizations and Involvement

Student Organizations

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Career Services

Students have access to professional career counselors who can assist in everything from resume development and interview preparation to lining up an internship or connecting you with your next full-time career. UMSL alumni also enjoy high-quality, lifelong career management programming, services, events, and resources to assist in all phases of career development.

Networking

With the largest alumni network in the region, UMSL graduate students have access to leading professionals engaged in business, research, entrepreneurship, non-profit, government, community organizations. Our academic units engage this network in curriculum development to ensure our graduate students gain the skills needed to advance along their chosen career path.

Research

There are many opportunities for graduate students to showcase their research, including our annual Graduate Research Fair, which is open to students from all graduate programs. Doctoral and thesis master's students can also compete in the Three Minute Thesis challenge to be evaluated by a panel of judges for a chance to win cash prizes.

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About the College

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Faculty

Our accomplished faculty provide students with a well-rounded, hands-on, and practical education to best prepare them for success in the modern workforce. Our faculty are actively engaged in research and scholarship that advances knowledge, theory, and applied methods in their fields and provides an unparalleled academic experience.

Alumni

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Academic Programs

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