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Oct 14, 2024
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USC Catalogue 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOGUE]
Applied Economics and Econometrics (MS)
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This program is designed to provide advanced training in the basic tools of economics and their application to practical problems. The curriculum incorporates a systematic study of mathematical and statistical analysis of economic phenomena and problems. This includes instruction in cost/benefit analysis, price theory, economic modeling, as well as economic forecasting and evaluation.
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Core Courses: 12 units
Students are required to take ECON 500 , ECON 501 , and ECON 513 . Successful completion of these three courses will satisfy 12 units of the program’s 32-unit requirement.
Students must earn a ”B” grade or higher in ECON 500 and in ECON 501 .
Additional Econometrics Course: 4 units
Students are required to take at least one of these two econometrics courses: ECON 570 or ECON 584 . Successful completion of one of these courses will satisfy 4 units of the program’s 32-unit requirement.
Electives: 16 units
Students are encouraged to explore the diverse collection of courses offered by the Department of Economics and USC. Stipulations concerning elective courses are as follows:
- Only 400-level, 500-level and 600-level coursework can be applied toward degree requirements.
- At least 8 of these 16 units must be ECON courses.
- At least 8 of these 16 units must be in courses that are 500-level or higher.
- No more than 4 units of ECON 590 may be applied to the degree.
All elective courses (ECON and non-ECON) must be approved by the Master’s Programs Adviser. It is important that students receive approval prior to enrolling in elective courses.
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