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Degrees designed for real-world success
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Master’s and PhD in Economics lead to rewarding careers
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At Kansas State University’s Department of Economics, faculty and students seek to improve the way the world works through rigorous analysis — whether that’s looking at how socioeconomic status and healthcare interact or why higher oil prices may no longer lead to inflation.
Looking to level up your career in the field of economics? The department offers master’s and PhD programmes that you can tailor to optimise your career goals. Supporting you are award-winning faculty members published in top journals and acclaimed books, as well as competitive funding opportunities for you to advance your research. And through department seminars, you have the chance to connect with scholars from all around the world.
“Our graduate students are exposed to top-notch graduate-level economics materials, which enhance their critical thinking and statistical skills. These students can compete in the most diverse areas of excellence, including corporate, government, and academic positions.”
— Peri da Silva, Professor and Head of Economics
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Master of Arts (MA) in Economics
- 3 tracks: Applied Economics, Econometrics, PhD preparation
- On campus and online
- Where graduates are: MetLife, the Bureau of Labour Statistics, Sprint Corporation, the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, and more.
Pursue the MA in Economics programme at K-State and open doors to diverse careers in business, government, academics, and other industries. Spanning 30 credits, the curriculum only requires nine hours of mandatory courses, with the rest being yours to design.
Master of Arts (MA) in Economics
Pursue the MA in Economics programme at K-State and open doors to diverse careers in business, government, academics, and other industries. Spanning 30 credits, the curriculum only requires nine hours of mandatory courses, with the rest being yours to design.
Evolve into an expert with a PhD in Economics
Whether you seek a position in academia, government, or the private sector, the PhD in Economics at K-State ensures that you have the foundation to succeed across all three. Guided by faculty experts who’ve been published in top journals, you can pursue courses and research in fields like econometrics, labour economics, public economics, and more.
The faculty ensures that your courses include applications of the latest advancements in econometrics, economic theory, and computation.
Where graduates are: Seattle University, Missouri State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, and more
Alongside that, PhD students often coauthor research papers and later present their works at conferences. Many choose to go the teaching route, building skills at K-State and moving on to win university-wide awards.
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George Anaman
From: Ghana
Programme: PhD in Economics
While completing K-State's PhD in Economics, George Anaman took part in rigorous coursework, teaching, and cross-disciplinary research, developing the analytical and communication skills to thrive in consulting. Today, he’s working as a senior consultant at PwC in Boston, a testament to the university’s effective real-world preparation.
“K-State gave me the foundation to think critically, communicate clearly, and apply economic insight to real-world challenges,” he says. “[The university] pushed me, supported me and gave me the confidence to turn what I learned into a real career.”
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Hear from the students
It’s not often one discovers a home away from home. For Victoria Popoola, leaving Lagos for Manhattan took a big leap of faith, but K-State quickly proved her journey worth it. She built friendships through participating in student organisations, received strong support from faculty, and grew her skills through challenges within the classroom.
“Grad school is tough, but K-State gave me the support and friendships I needed to thrive,” she says. Popoola is set on a future PhD, keeping her options open between academia and industry.
Victoria Popoola
From: Nigeria
Programme: MA in Economics
Having graduated from K-State with a dual bachelor’s in economics and political science, Noah Enders began to pursue a career in research and real-world policy. He would go on to pursue an MA in Economics, where he met new people and overcame challenging courses. He even created a new method to measure “Quality of Life” for state projects. Today, he’s making a difference for all Kansans through working at the Kansas Legislative Division of Post Audit.
“My academic experiences at K-State opened my mind to new perspectives and paved the way for innovative approaches in public policy,” he says.
Noah Enders
From: USA
Programme: MA in Economics
While completing K-State's PhD in Economics, George Anaman took part in rigorous coursework, teaching, and cross-disciplinary research, developing the analytical and communication skills to thrive in consulting. Today, he’s working as a senior consultant at PwC in Boston, a testament to the university’s effective real-world preparation.
“K-State gave me the foundation to think critically, communicate clearly, and apply economic insight to real-world challenges,” he says. “[The university] pushed me, supported me and gave me the confidence to turn what I learned into a real career.”
George Anaman
From: Ghana
Programme: PhD in Economics
Check out where other K-State alumni are today
Check out where other K-State alumni are today
Mike Yang (Instructor of Economics)
Bebonchu Atems (Dean of the School of Business)
Mark Melichar (Professor of Economics)
Sidonia McKenzie (Assistant Teaching Professor)
Discover KSU’s graduate student support
K-State provides resources that ensure graduate students, whether on campus or online, never have to brave their journey alone. One example is mentorship. The Graduate School allows you to build an individual development plan with a faculty mentor to guarantee your path to career success, particularly within grant-funded assistantships.
Say you want to expand your skills beyond your field of study. You can pursue a wide range of professional development opportunities, whether that's a workshop at the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) or the leadership development programme. For those looking to build connections with people from different cultures, the Morris Family Multicultural Student Centre is the perfect place to start.