Difference from Applied Economics
The current MA program in economics is a theory program with some application emphasis. It prepares the students for Ph.D. programs, employment opportunities at government agencies such a the Department of Labor, the Department of Commerce, and the Federal Reserve Banks. The MFE program prepares students for employment opportunities in the financial sector. The program plan was designed after interviewing with executives of financial companies like, Merrill Lynch, Investment Management & Research, Inc, Franklin Advisors, and National City Corporation.