Part business, part social science, economics is an incredibly broad field with more career opportunities than most people first realize. Economists can work in state and federal government, in research and development, and in finance and insurance\u2014and it\u2019s a field in high demand. The U.S. Department of Labor expects demand to increase faster than the average occupation through 20301<\/sup>.<\/p>\n With its range of electives, the Johns Hopkins MS in Applied Economics gives you the flexibility to design a degree plan that fits your professional goals and economic interests, such as:<\/p>\n You\u2019ll gain plenty of practical experience in quantitative methods, and you will explore emerging areas like machine learning.<\/p>\n Your career keeps you busy, and we designed our graduate program with that in mind. We offer courses online and on-campus, and you can attend school on a full- or part-time basis.<\/p>\n A master\u2019s program in applied economics helps you hone specialized skills in areas such as economic analysis, quantitative methods, research, and data-driven decision-making. Through coursework in areas such as microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and mathematical methods, you\u2019ll learn how to evaluate economic conditions, interpret data, and apply economic concepts to real-world challenges. As organizations increasingly rely on data analysis, they need professionals who can use evidence-based analysis to guide financial, policy, and business decisions.<\/p>\n You can also strengthen your ability to conduct research and communicate economic findings to different audiences. Economists and analysts often need to translate complex data into actionable insights for businesses, government organizations, and other decision-makers.<\/p>\n\n
Study on Your Terms<\/h3>\n
Applied Economics Master\u2019s Student Outcomes<\/h2>\n
Core Applied Economics Skills Gained in this Program<\/h3>\n
Applied Economics Master\u2019s Courses<\/h2>\n