Program Overview

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Master of Arts - Quantitative Business Economics

The UNLV Lee Business School Master's in Quantitative Business Economics is a 12-month graduate STEM program that combines rigorous training in quantitative business economics with hands-on experience in statistical data analysis, giving students a competitive edge in the market for high-quality, in-demand jobs that require proficiency in analytics.

About

Our mission is to train students to become effective economic practitioners and business leaders by providing them with practical skills in advanced economic modeling, data analytics, and cutting-edge quantitative methods necessary to excel in today's data-driven business and public policy environments. Given the versatility of its curriculum, the program prepares students for diverse professional careers in industries such as tech, finance, business consulting, policy analysis, market research, data science and analytics, investment banking, and risk management. The program is also suitable for students interested in pursuing a PhD in economics, finance, or other business disciplines and wishing to tool up or remedy deficiencies in their preparation. Both full and part-time students are welcome.

Program Highlights

• Complete the program in as little as one year.
• Qualify for most analyst and researcher jobs.
• Top-10 best-paying master's degree.
• Supportive and inclusive community.
• Evening small-size classes.
• STEM advantage.

Available Options

• Accelerated Track BA/BS-MA
• Post-Bachelor's Track

Accreditation

For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please refer to Academic Program Accreditations.

Learning Outcomes

• Use advanced economic theory to explain consumer behavior, firm dynamics, markets, and public policy.
• Understand and apply mathematical methods for economics.
• Critically analyze and model economic and business problems.
• Apply modern statistical methods to analyze, explain, interpret, and forecast economic data.
• Communicate effectively the components and results of statistical data analyses.

Career Possibilities

Careers in industries such as commerce, finance, consulting, policy analysis, market research, corporate, and data science, where the ability to make data-driven decisions is in high demand.

Plan Description

The UNLV Lee Business School Master of Arts Quantitative Business Economics degree is a quantitative graduate program in economics with an emphasis on statistical data analysis, designed to be completed as quickly as within one calendar year.

Mission Statement

Train students to become effective economic practitioners and business leaders by providing them with practical skills in advanced economic modeling, data analysis, and cutting-edge quantitative methods necessary to excel in today's data-driven business and public policy environments.

Value Proposition

The program combines rigorous training in business economics with hands-on experience in statistical data analysis, giving students a competitive edge in the market for high-quality, in-demand jobs that require proficiency in analytics.

Plan Admission Requirements

Application Deadlines

Applications are available on the UNLV Graduate College website. All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements.

Graduate College Admission Requirements

1. Completed application and non-refundable application fee.
2. Bachelor's Degree – A four-year baccalaureate from a regionally accredited institution or an approved equivalent.
3. Grade Point Average – A minimum overall grade point average of 2.75 (4.00=A) for the bachelor's degree or a minimum 3.00 (4.00=A) for the last two years (60 semester credits).
4. Unofficial transcript from each postsecondary institution attended, showing all degrees and coursework, the dates awarded, and grades received. Official transcripts are required upon admission.

Department Admission Requirements

Post-Bachelor's Subplan

Applicants must:

1. Document a record of undergraduate coursework in calculus or mathematical economics, or equivalent; and statistics or econometrics, or equivalent.
2. Submit two letters of recommendation.
3. Submit a statement of purpose explaining interest in the program.
4. Submit a current resume/CV. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is optional.

Accelerated BA/BS-MA Subplan

Only UNLV undergraduates who have been previously admitted to the Economics Department's Accelerated Program may apply for this subplan. In addition to satisfying admission requirements for the Post-Bachelor's Subplan, applicants must have received a grade of B or higher in up to 3 approved graduate-level economics courses completed as an undergraduate.

Plan Requirements

Subplan 1: Post-Bachelor's

Total Credits Required: 30

Course Requirements

• Required Courses – Credits: 21
  • ECO 701 - Macroeconomic Theory
  • ECO 702 - Microeconomic Theory
  • ECO 740 - Quantitative Methods for Economics
  • ECO 770 - Econometric Approaches to Causal Analytics
  • ECO 772 - Advanced Econometric Methods
  • ECO 773 - Data-Driven Forecasting Methods for Business
  • ECO 793 - Seminar in Economic Research
• Elective Courses – Credits: 6
• Culminating Experience – Credits: 3
  • ECO 784 - Internship
  • ECO 794 - Professional Paper
  • ECO 795 - Capstone Experience

Degree Requirements

1. Completion of a minimum of 30 graduate credits, of which at least 24 credits must be in courses at the 700+ level.
2. A minimum 3.0 grade point average for graduate coursework counting towards the degree is required.
3. No course completed with a grade lower than a C can be applied towards the degree.

Subplan 2 Requirements: Accelerated BA/BS-MA

Total Credits Required: 21-27

Course Requirements

• Required Courses – Credits: 12-18
  • Up to 9 credits may be applied from previously completed graduate-level coursework through the Accelerated Program in Economics.
• Elective Courses – Credits: 6
• Culminating Experience – Credits: 3

Degree Requirements

1. Completion of a minimum of 21-27 graduate credits less the credits applied from previous graduate-level coursework, of which at least 18 credits must be in courses at the 700+ level.
2. A minimum 3.0 grade point average for graduate coursework counting towards the degree is required.

Plan Graduation Requirements

A "Satisfactory" grade (B or above) for the culminating experience and successful completion of all other degree requirements is required to qualify for graduation. Students may apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing their degree requirements.