Master of Quantitative Economics and Econometrics at East Carolina University

International students can study the Quantitative Economics and Econometrics at East Carolina University at its main campus in Greenville , United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

About Master of Quantitative Economics and Econometrics

Are you interested in applying the principles of economics to work in industry, government or nonprofit organizations? Are you seeking more marketable, state-of-the-art skills?

The master of science program in economics combines the analytical framework of modern economic theory and the quantitative methods of applied econometrics with special emphasis on the following areas: coastal resources and environmental economics; economic forecasting, financial economics; health care; and issues of poverty and regional development.

The program provides an ideal background for work in industry, government and nonprofit positions requiring the combination of analytical skills and institutional background. Although it is an excellent preparation for further graduate work in economics, it was conceived specifically to provide graduates with up-to-date and marketable skills. One of the strengths of the program is in the small class sizes and a close working relationship with the faculty. Faculty who are active contributors to the areas in which they teach conducts all graduate field courses.

The structure of the program reflects the research interests of the faculty. Some of the faculty conduct research and teach in areas of macroeconomics, but the preponderant emphasis within the department is on neoclassical microeconomics applied to areas such as coastal and marine resources, environmental economics, health care, labor economics, regional development and income distribution.

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Program Coordinator: Philip Rothman (424-A Brewster Building; 252-328-6151; [email protected])

The Quantitative Economics and Econometrics, MS combines the analytical framework of modern economic theory with the quantitative methods and programming skills of applied econometrics.

Applicants to the quantitative economics and econometrics degree program must meet the admissions requirements of the Graduate School, submit three letters of recommendation, make an acceptable score on the general portion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and have had at least one undergraduate course each in introductory statistics and differential calculus. Nonnative speakers must make an acceptable score on the TOEFL. Undergraduate courses in intermediate microeconomics and macroeconomics are strongly recommended.

The degree requires a minimum of 33 s.h. as follows:

1. Core courses - 24 s.h.

ECON 5360 - Mathematical Economics
ECON 6111 - SAS Programming for Research I
ECON 6112 - SAS Programming for Research II
ECON 6113 - Python Programming
ECON 6301 - Econometrics I
ECON 6302 - Econometrics II
ECON 6390 - Research
ECON 6401 - Microeconomic Theory I

2. Electives - 9 s.h.

Up to 6 s.h. of electives may be taken outside the department with the approval of the graduate director.

3. Comprehensive examination

A comprehensive examination is administered after completion of the following:

ECON 5360 - Mathematical Economics
ECON 6111 - SAS Programming for Research I
ECON 6112 - SAS Programming for Research II
ECON 6301 - Econometrics I
ECON 6302 - Econometrics II
ECON 6401 - Microeconomic Theory I

Note:

The examination will test skills in applied theory, econometrics, and programming. Successful performance on this examination is necessary to continue in program.

4. Research

a. Research skills:

Four of the core courses listed above constitute 12 s.h. of research skills in quantitative methods and research methodology:

ECON 5360 - Mathematical Economics
ECON 6301 - Econometrics I
ECON 6302 - Econometrics II
ECON 6390 - Research

b. Research project:

The final component, ECON 6390 (research project) is the culmination of student's analytical work and is designed to demonstrate applied research skills.

For more information about this degree visit the university's academic catalogs.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Quantitative Economics and Econometrics at East Carolina University

Entry Requirements

In order to be considered for admission, international graduate applicants follow the same steps as a U.S. applicant with a few exceptions as identified in Red font. Step by step instructions are identified below:

Complete the ECU Online Graduate School Application: One application fee and one set of supporting documents should be submitted for each program of study applying to.
Pay the Application Fee: Payment will be made through the self-service portal prior to submission of the application. The payment portal accepts debit or credit card only.
Provide Foreign Transcript Evaluation:

An official course by course credential evaluation of all foreign transcripts indicating that, at minimum, the US equivalent of a bachelor’s degree has been awarded by an accredited college or university is required.

Provide Official Transcript(s) & Diploma Copy: A copy of your transcript(s) and diplomas showing a full education history issued in your native language as well as a notarized or certified copy in English must be uploaded to your application.
Provide Evidence of English Proficiency: If English is not your native language and you have not completed at least one year of education (minimum of 18 credit hours) at a United States school, you are required to take a standardized English language exam or complete the ECU Language Academy (ECULA).
- Language Exam Options: The Graduate School accepts either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the Duolingo English Test or Pearson Test of English (PTE) and scores must be forwarded to the Graduate School by the testing service. The paper- or computer-based TOEFL exam is accepted by request only.
ECU Language Academy: You may choose to attend the ECU Language Academy instead of taking the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Also, if you do not obtain the required score on the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE, at least one session of the ECU Language Academy may be required prior to the start of your program. Successful completion of all levels of the ECU Language Academy is required for admission without TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores. More information on the ECU Language Academy, including the ECULA application, is available on the Intensive English Program website. Individual programs may have higher minimum requirements.
Provide Official Standardized Admissions Test Results: If required by the program you’re applying to, please arrange for an official score report to be sent directly to the Graduate School by the testing service (GRE or GMAT). ECU’s institutional code is 5180. ECU does not have departmental codes.
Upload Statement of Purpose: If required by the program you’re applying to, please upload a copy of your personal statement (why you believe you would be a good candidate for the program) to your application. You may want to use resources to help you write a personal statement in English such as this webinar.
Provide Letters of recommendation: If required by the program you’re applying to, please arrange to have LOR’s submitted electronically with the online application. Review your program’s application requirements to determine the number of letters, if any, that they require.
Upload Resume: If required by the program you’re applying to, please upload a copy of your most recent resume to your online application.
Provide Financial information: If/when you are admitted to a graduate program at ECU you will be required to provide certified evidence of financial resources adequate to cover educational costs and living expenses. Documents only need submitted if/when an offer of admission is extended.

English Requirements

PTEMin 65
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Quantitative Economics and Econometrics

Graduates with this degree are successful in many fields and careers, including the following:

Economists
Market Research Analysts
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary

Career Opportunities

ECU has developed resources to help you learn more about career opportunities and job market outlook. In addition, the websites below provide specific information on careers in the various majors from which students may choose:

NC Tower

This website provides graphs and tables of in-depth information on employment rates, wages and ongoing higher education enrollment of graduates from the North Carolina Community College System and from the University of North Carolina system schools. NC Tower includes data on former UNC students who are working in roughly 90% of all jobs in North Carolina. This database excludes information for graduates who are:

Self-employed;
Work for the federal government, including the military: or
Work outside of North Carolina.

US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook

This website also provides in-depth information regarding pay, projected new jobs, required education, growth rate and on-the-job training information on various occupations.

Degree-specific internships

For information on internship information for specific majors, go to the home page of the department in which the major is located and, as available, find the link to the information on internships in that major.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Quantitative Economics and Econometrics at East Carolina University

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Master of Quantitative Economics and Econometrics at East Carolina University

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