Program Overview
The Economic Development at Murray State University is a MSc programme in Humanities, 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 humanities. 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 Economic Development 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: Murray, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Economic Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Economic Development
- Economic Development Methods
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Economic Development Finance
- Directed Study in Economic Development
- Internship in Economic Development
- Comprehensive Project in Economic Development
- Public Finance
- Land Use Planning
- Forecasting
- Integrated Business GIS
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 2.7 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).
- $50 non-refundable fee
- An appropriate undergraduate major
- Transcript reflecting all previous college credit.
- In addition, some programs in the college require a Kentucky letter of eligibility for the beginning teacher internship program or a Kentucky provisional certificate or comparable documentation from another state department of education.
- Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement.
- Oral defense of thesis.
- Letter of Intent
- Online or paper application
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 and a GMAT score of 450 (or GRE score of 289) or
- Minimum GPA of 3.00 and a GMAT score of 400 (or GRE score of 286).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 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
2031-05-18
About Murray State University
Murray State University
Murray, United States
Murray State University 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 2031-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-15
- Language English
- Duration 21 year(s)