The doctoral program in Economics at the State University of New York at Buffalo strives to produce professional economists by providing its graduates with a modern, balanced and high-quality education in both theoretical and applied economics. The program has a strong quantitative emphasis. The department is committed to examining and improving its program and to enhancing the research efforts between faculty and graduate students. Most graduates pursue academic teaching and research careers; some work in federal, state or local government here or abroad, and others obtain positions in the private sector.