Program Overview
The Applied Economics at University of Michigan is a MA programme in Business & Management over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Ann Arbor, 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
Course Structure
- The integrated program of study within the Department of Economics is designed to bring students into the mainstream of modern economics by offering them the opportunity to learn from leading scholars. The program is designed to provide flexibility in setting up a course of study fitted to the student's interests. It offers students resources in each of many specialized fields. The Department participates in collaboration with other programs, including quantitative finance, public policy, natural resources, and social work, among others. The program naturally endeavors to help students develop high skills in analysis, research, and expression, while also encouraging the originality and independence of mind in seeking out and making contributions to the field.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- All applicants must submit the following supporting documentation in addition to the application and the application fee including:
- Statement of purpose. The statement of purpose should be a concise, well-written statement about your academic and research background, your career goals, and how Michigan\xc2\x92s graduate program will help you meet your career and educational objectives.
- Personal statement (500 word limit). Your personal statement should indicate how your background and life experiences, including cultural, geographical, financial, educational or other opportunities or challenges, motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan.
- General aptitude Graduate Record Examination score report, less than five years old. When registering for the GRE or sending additional score reports, applicants should use the University of Michigan code 1839. There is no department code.
- Three letters of recommendation from undergraduate teachers or others in a position to evaluate the applicants\' potential for graduate study. Electronic letters should be submitted with the on-line application. Instructions for submitting letters are included in the application link above.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of Michigan
University of Michigan
United States
The University of Michigan is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. It was founded in 1817 and is the oldest institution of higher education in the state. It is also...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months