A checklist is the list of requirements to complete this program and receive the award, as the college publishes it in its catalog. It is the same for everyone. It does not say what you have completed; that comes from applying your own record.
Program
- Award
- MS
- Credential class
- ceterms:MasterDegree
- CIP
- 30.4901
- Catalog edition
- Catalog 2026-2027
- Checklist type
- degree-program
- Description
- English History Political Science School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs Sociology Interdisciplinary Programs Mills College at Northeastern Gordon Institute of Engineering Leadership Additional Programs Course Descriptions Catalog Archives Student Handbook Print Options // Overview Program Requirements The Master of Science in Economics program focuses on applied economic policy analysis, with broad specialization areas. The program is large enough to support a full slate of core and area courses each year, yet small enough to maintain a sense of community among the students. The program is especially appropriate for those who wish to work in or return to positions in government, teaching, finance, or industry while providing a rigorous basis for those who want to continue their studies to the doctoral level. The Master of Science in Economics offers master's students an opportunity to apply for paid work positions through Northeastern University's world-famous co-op program. Qualified and approved master's students may participate in co-op as practicing economists for up to six months as part of their academic program. (Note that a minimum GPA of 3.000 is required in order to apply; co-op placement is not guaranteed.) This paid work experience enhances the degree and its emphasis on application. Students may learn how to apply their knowledge, solve problems, and make a difference in the world before they graduate. Our graduates have gone on to find full-time work in their area of specialty or to earn additional graduate degrees, though the program does not guarantee employment or graduate school admission upon completion. For more information, please visit the Master of Science in Economics website. Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Identifiers
- IPEDS UNITID
- 167358
- CourseShelf checklist
- CK_167358_79a89f2b
- CollegeTransfer.Net
- Institution Transfer Profile
- Source
- CourseShelf publish 61
Requirements to complete
Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.
Core Requirements
major core · 0 items
Quantitative
2 items
- or: ECON 6105 Advanced Mathematics and Statistics for Economists4
- or: ECON 6140 Advanced Applied Econometrics4
Theory
2 items
- or: ECON 6110 Advanced Microeconomic Theory4
- or: ECON 6120 Advanced Macroeconomic Theory4
Optional Co-op Experience
1 item
- INSH 6964and EESH 6000Co-op Work Experienceand Professional Development for Co-opNot resolved to a course0
Data Science for Economics Concentration
concentration · 7 items
- or: DAMG 6210 Data Management and Database Designor: IE 6700 Data Management for Analytics4
- or: CS 5130 Applied Programming and Data Processing for AIor: CS 5180 Reinforcement Learning and Sequential Decision Makingor: CS 5800 Algorithmsor: IE 6400 Foundations for Data Analytics Engineering4
- Complete 4 semester hours from the following courses:Not resolved to a course4
- or: EECE 5644 Introduction to Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition4
- 4
- 4
- As published: “Machine Learning and Data Analytics”4
Economics Elective
electives · 1 item
- Complete 4 semester hours from the following range:Not resolved to a course4
Note: ECON 5200 is the primary elective offered on the Seattle campus. Consult program for current elective details.
electives · 1 item
- 4
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