Program Overview
The Economic Development at University of Southern Mississippi is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Hattiesburg, 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
- Marketing and Business Development
- Economic Development Theory & Research Methods
- Entrepreneurship and Technology-Based Economic Development
- Real Estate and Land Use Planning for Economic Development
- True South Economic Development Basic Course
- Recruiting Innovative Businesses
- Contemporary Issues in Economic Development
- Business Retention and Expansion
- Economic Development Theory
- Labor Markets and Workforce Development)
- Innovation and Development
- Sustainability and Community Development
- Financial Principles for Economic Development
- Community Development
- Economic Development and the Environment
- Global Supply Chain Management
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).
- GPA: Have a 3.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average over the last two years of the student\xc2\x92s undergraduate studies.
- GRE/GMAT:\xc2\xa0Submit GRE scores (all sections). The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) may be submitted in place of the GRE.
- Updated r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9
- Letter addressed to Dr. Chad Miller, MSED Graduate Coordinator, requesting test score waiver consideration
- Letters of recommendation:\xc2\xa0Provide three letters of recommendation\xc2\xa0
- Prerequisite:\xc2\xa0Students may be required to take some prerequisite courses in geography or business.
- Statement of purpose
- Special Fee:\xc2\xa0In addition to a $110 per hour course fee that covers books, meals during the in-person, applicable IEDC fees, and special technology needed for the program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 451 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern Mississippi 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 Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, United States
University of Southern Mississippi is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months