The M.A. Program teaches core theory of economics with the option of achieving an Advanced Certificate in a specialized concentration. For more information on the M.A. Program, click here.
In addition to the M.A. degree, the advanced certificate provides applied specialization not possible solely through the M.A. program alone. Choose from one of six specializations based on current employment trends and faculty's areas of expertise:


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The M.S. Program emphasizes advanced economic theory and skills. Half of the M.S Program is Econometrics (statistical tools applied to economic problems).

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The PhD Program has a strong quantitative emphasis. Most graduates pursue academic teaching and research careers; some work in federal, state, or local government here or abroad, and others obtain positions in the private sector. For more information on the PhD program, click here.
  • In the Department of Economics at the University at Buffalo, the basic objective of our focus on applied economics is to train students to apply economic analysis in several fields at the boundary of economics and other specialties.
  • We develop professionals who understand the work that economists do and, more important, who have the ability to apply economic analysis to a broad range of problems in their future careers.