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Business Economics MA

This program is not accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Master of Arts in Business Economics

Advance your knowledge in economics and learn how to apply it to business and economic problems with the Master of Arts in Business Economics from 51¶¯Âþ’s College of Liberal Arts (CLA). This unique 30-credit graduate degree is the only program in the region aligned with the National Association of Business Economists (NABE) guidelines and enables students to take the .Ìý

Gain an advanced understanding of the core theories of microeconomics and macroeconomics and how to employ calculus as an analytical tool. You will also become familiar with the current empirical tools used by professional economists as well as commonly used statistical and data manipulation packages, such as STATA, R and PYTHON.ÌýÌý

The Business Economics MA program is aligned with parallel university programs like CLA’s Master of Public Policy and Fox’s Master of Business Administration. This interdisciplinary approach allows students to tailor coursework to their professional goals and streamline the earning of certificates and joint degrees.Ìý

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Our Community

The College of Liberal Arts at 51¶¯Âþ comprises many academic disciplines and research areas. Now more than ever, an interdisciplinary liberal arts education is invaluable for your future pursuits. It offers the opportunity to further push your drive to create real change in the world, here at 51¶¯Âþ and beyond. In this graduate program, you’ll work closely with diverse faculty members who are highly esteemed in their field and with a curious, passionate community of peers. .Ìý

Program Format & CurriculumÌý

Business Economics MA courses take place on 51¶¯Âþ’s Main Campus in the evenings to accommodate working professionals.ÌýÌý

Full-time students can complete the graduate program in one year by taking the Quantitative Methods course in the summer, four courses in the fall and spring terms, and the capstone in the first summer session. Part-time students will be able to complete the program in two years.Ìý

The program includes 10 courses, five of which are required (six if students wish to take the certification exam). The following 18 credits of coursework are required.ÌýÌý

  • Data Analytics for EconomistsÌý
  • Econometrics IÌý
  • Macroeconomic Theory with CalculusÌý
  • Masters Writing SeminarÌý
  • Microeconomic TheoryÌýÌý
  • Quantitative Methods in EconomicsÌý

Learn more about the Business Economics MA courses.Ìý

Related Graduate DegreesÌý

*Fox School of BusinessÌý

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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51¶¯Âþ’s commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Arts offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2025–2026 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,148.00 per credit
Out-of-state: $1,577.00 per credit

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Program Contact

For questions regarding the Business Economics MA, contact the following staff members.Ìý

Julia Falcon is the director of Graduate Studies in the College of Liberal Arts.Ìý
Email: Ìý

Mike Leeds is a professor of economics in the College of Liberal Arts.Ìý
Phone: 215-204-8030Ìý
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Student Clubs & Organizations

Supplement your College of Liberal Arts coursework and enhance your graduate experience at 51¶¯Âþ with more than 300 student clubs and organizations. You’ll have opportunities to meet and network with other students, get involved with the community, grow your interests, and develop résumé-boosting skills and experiences.Ìý

The is a student professional organization committed to offering students the opportunity to gain a better understanding of economics, while providing a forum for discussion of specific issues of interest and the exploration of future career possibilities.Ìý

Learn more about 51¶¯Âþ’s student clubs and organizations.Ìý

Study Away

51¶¯Âþ’s study away programs offer you the opportunity to spend an academic year, semester or summer abroad. Complete graduate coursework, participate in internships or collaborate in research while immersing yourself in the culture, history and people of your host city. ​.

Accreditation

The Department of Africology and African American Studies is accredited by the (NCBS). NCBS was established in 1975 by African American scholars who recognized the need to formalize the study of the African experience, as well as expand and strengthen academic units and community programs devoted to this endeavor.

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