Graduate Bulletin
Economics, M.A.
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: May 31
Applications are processed and evaluated as they are received.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members familiar with the applicant's academic competence and/or immediate work supervisor.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:
Details on appropriate background are available from the department upon request.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
A baccalaureate degree is required. Details on appropriate disciplines are available from the department.
Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1,000 words and should include the following elements: your specific interest in Temple's program, your future career goals, and your academic achievements. http://www.fox.temple.edu/mbams/faq.html#sog
Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE is required. The GMAT can be accepted as a substitute. The verbal score should be in the 50th percentile or above and the quantitative score should be in the 65th percentile or above.
Minimum TOEFL score needed to be accepted: 580 paper-based, 237 computer-based, or 92 internet-based.
Resume:
A resume is required.
Transfer Credit:
A grade of "B" or better must have been earned in a peer M.A. program course in order for the credit to transfer. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Didactic credits required beyond the Baccalaureate: 30
Required Courses:
ECON 8001: Microeconomic Analysis
ECON 8002: Macroeconomic Analysis
ECON 8003: Mathematics for Economists I
ECON 8005: Microeconomic Theory I
ECON 8007: Macroeconomic Theory I
ECON 8009: Econometrics
Depending on academic background, one core course may be substituted by an elective course or an independent study. The specialization and elective courses should be chosen in consultation with the graduate advisor.
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
This program has no culminating events.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.temple.edu/cla/economics
Department Information:
Dept. of Economics
Ritter Hall Annex, 8th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19122
fikush@temple.edu
215-204-8880
Department Contacts:
Admissions:
Karen L. Robinson
krobinso@temple.edu
215-204-8880
Program Coordinator:
Dr. Fyodor Kushnirsky
fikush@temple.edu
215-204-5021
Graduate Chairperson:
Dr. Fyodor Kushnirsky
fikush@temple.edu
215-204-5021
Chairperson:
Dr. William Stull
stull@temple.edu
215-204-5022
About the Program
The M.A. in Economics prepares the student to understand contemporary economic theory and its application to problems arising in industry, business, and government. The program gives the student an opportunity to specialize in one of two areas: (a) general economics or (b) applied economics and financial markets.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 3 years
Campus Location:
Main
Full-Time/Part-Time Status:
Students are able to complete the degree program through classes offered after 4:30 p.m. Students are also able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department Information:
Dept. of Economics
Ritter Hall Annex, 8th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19122
fikush@temple.edu
215-204-8880
Interdisciplinary Study:
An interdisciplinary track is available with the Department of Finance.
Affiliation(s):
Not applicable.
Study Abroad:
Not applicable.
Ranking:
TBA
Accreditation:
TBA
Areas of Specialization:
The Economics faculty are conducting research in the following areas: applied econometrics, development economics, industrial organization, international economics, and labor economics.
Job Placement:
The program is primarily dedicated to producing well-trained researchers and managers in the field of Economics. Many students go on to enter Ph.D. programs.
Licensure:
Not applicable.
Non-Degree Student Policy:
Students may enroll in up to 9 credits of classes with the permission of an advisor. Minimum undergraduate GPA requirements apply.
September 2007
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