Financial Economics
The MS in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics with a sub-plan of Financial Economics is a STEM-eligible degree designed specifically for students who wish to pursue careers in the banking and monetary systems.
Degree Requirements
To earn the MS in Econometric and Quantitative Economics with financial focus degree, students must complete 36 credit hours and pass the Comprehensive Exams. The degree has been designed to be completed within three semesters.
The 36 credit hours consist of 12 courses (3 credits each). The following 9 courses are required:
- ECO 505 Microeconomic Theory
- ECO 507 Macroeconomic Theory
- ECO 551 Math for Economists
- ECO 526 Financial Economics I
- ECO 528 Empirical Methods in Financial Economics or ECO 529 Economics of Asset Valuation or ECO 592 Economics of Risk Management
- ECO 561 Economics of Fluctuation & Forecasting
- ECO 567 Economics and Game Theory
- ECO 580 Econometrics I
- ECO 581 Econometrics II
The additional three courses are made up of the approved electives, one of which can be outside the department. Please contact an advisor to view sample course plans.
Masters students must obtain prior approval from the instructor and submit that approval to the department before registering for courses outside of the listed courses for their degree program.