Economics (Master's Degree Program)

A Master of Science in Economics will help you learn state-of-the-art quantitative methods and analytical tools to succeed in the world of economics. This unique program continues to adapt and change based professional industry input so that students graduate with a competitive edge when seeking employment.

Why Pursue an Economics Master's Degree

• An economics degree is considered a high-value area of study with an excellent return on investment. Job candidates with a master’s degree in economics earned an average annual wage of $91,860 in 2012. (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics). And economics is ranked the 10th best master’s degree for jobs. (Source: Forbes)
• This program can also to lay the groundwork for students who wish to pursue a PhD degree.

A Flexible Curriculum that is Highly Marketable
There are three concentrations that were designed based on the input of professionals in various industries:

• General Economics
• Financial Economics
• Business Data Analysis & Forecasting.

The General Economics concentration allows students to take 21 credits of electives from a large inventory of courses. Students in the Financial Economics and Business Data Analysis & Forecasting concentrations can choose 6 credits of electives.

STEM Designated Degree Program

• This program in the UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business is included on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s STEM Designated Degree Program list.

STEM Designated Degree Programs provide several benefits, including:

• High career growth potential and competitive salaries
• Development of transferrable skills such as adaptability, critical thinking, research and analysis
• International students on an F-1 visa are eligible for up to 24 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Career Options

• UTSA prepares you for future careers that are in demand. The possible careers below is data pulled by a third-party tool called Emsi, which pulls information from sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, other government databases and more to give you regional and national career outlook related to this academic program.

Possible Careers

• Climate Change Policy Analysts
• Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
• Urban and Regional Planners
• Supply Chain Managers
• Economists
• Environmental Economists
• Survey Researchers
• Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists