Graduate Studies:
Master of Science
Doctor of Philosophy
Peace Corps Master's International (PCMI)
Clemson University
Graduate School
The Thesis Option is recommended for those who intend to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy degree in economics or applied economics at Clemson University or elsewhere or for those preparing for a career that requires expert research skills.
Thesis Option M.S. students must complete at least 24 semester hours of course work and 6 semester hours of thesis research. Of the 24 semester hours of course work, 18 hours muct be numbered 800 or above. The core course curriculum is:
| Credit Hours | ||
| ECON 801 | Microeconomic Theory | 3 |
| ECON 805 | Macroeconomic Theory | 3 |
| APEC 804 | Applied Mathematical Economics | 3 |
APEC 806 or |
Econometrics I or Regression & Least Squares Analysis |
3 |
| APEC 891 | Thesis Research | 6 |
| Total: | 18 |
Two additional 800-level courses in applied economics (6 credits) are required. The remaining 6 credits must be in 600-level courses or above and must be approved by the Major Professor and Advisory Committee by signature on the student's GS 2 form.
After a year in the M.S. Thesis Option, students can change from thesis to non-thesis option only with pernmission of the department head and major advisor.
For more information, contact ereneke@clemson.edu
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