Program Overview
The Applied Economics at University of Cincinnati is a MA programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,468 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cincinnati, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
- Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
- Minimum Credits: 30-38
- STEM-designated program
- Full-time: Day classes
- Part-time: Evening classes available
- Core courses held in person, some electives available online
- Certified Business Economist® exam qualification
- Research assistantship opportunities
- International study options
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A bachelor\'s degree. The degree does not need to be in economics. Your undergraduate GPA needs to be a 3.0 or higher. Your bachelor\'s degree must be completed prior to enrollment in the program.
- Completion (with a grade of "B" or better) of: an introductory-level course in microeconomic theory, an introductory-level course in macroeconomic theory, one semester or two quarters of college-level calculus, one course in college-level statistics
- A score from the GRE or GMAT exam taken within the last three years. Please note that these scores are used as only one source of information in the admission process.
- The Pearson Test of English (PTE) minimum score of 68.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,468 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,468 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cincinnati directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States
University of Cincinnati is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-21
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 30