M.A. Program (Master of Arts) program is a 30 credit-hours program focusing on the core theory of economics. It offers the option of also achieving an Advanced Certificate in a specialized concentration. M.S. Program (Master of Science) combines the two elements of the M.A. program in a 45 credit-hour program while also emphasizing advanced economic theory and quantitative skills. Our specializations include (in order of popularity): Financial, International, Applied Micro-Econometrics.