Economics Department

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General Requirements for the Ph.D. Degree

Degree Requirements
	Credit Hours
Foundations	1
Economics 815, Analytic Methods (Mathematical Economics), Mathematical Statistics	1
Core: The core courses are provided to assure that students receive solid training in economic theory and econometrics. Students demonstrate mastery of theory by passing the Qualifying Examination in Advanced Economic Theory and mastery of econometrics by earning at least a B in each course.
Economics 973 and 983, Microeconomics I and II	6
Economics 974 and 984, Macroeconomics I and II	6
Economics 957 and 958, Econometrics I and II	6
Fields: Two major fields of specialization in economics are required. Each field requires a minimum of six hours of course work at the Ph. D. level and a written comprehensive examination.
Field I	>=6
Field II	>=6
Electives: Students may include electives within economics or cognate areas, or may elect to have an optional third field.	>=14
Total Course Work (no less than 48 hours)	>=48
Dissertation: Students must demonstrate ability to conduct research by writing an original dissertation and defending that dissertation in an oral examination. Up to 42 credit hours may be used for this purpose.	>=42
Grand Total:	90