Master of Arts (MA) Economics

University of Missouri - St. Louis

UMSL’s Master of Arts in Economics program is specifically designed for those seeking to work as professional economists. Our students acquire knowledge, as well as a versatile set of skills, that are highly valued in the workplace. In fact, our MA program has an excellent track record of placing graduates in private sector and government jobs, as well as in top PhD programs. A recent survey of alumni found that 95 percent of our MA in Economics students found a position within one year of graduation, and over 60 percent went on to earn annual salaries of 100,000 or more.Interpret and analyze financial trends and data at an advanced level with a Master of Arts in EconomicsEvery news cycle seems to bring some kind of story about the economy. But how many people can actually interpret and analyze the facts and statistics reported about the stock market, job growth, consumer spending and more to understand how all these things work together and the results Economists can.UMSL’s Master of Arts in Economics program is specifically designed for those seeking to work as professional economists. Our students acquire knowledge, as well as a versatile set of skills, that are highly valued in the workplace. In fact, our MA program has an excellent track record of placing graduates in private sector and government jobs, as well as in top PhD programs.

College of Arts and Sciences