Graduate programs

The Department of Economics offers graduate work leading to the Master of Science and Master of Arts degrees, as well as two graduate certificates, the Graduate Certificate in Econometrics and Data Analysis and the Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Resource Economics.

Admission requirements

Economics M.S./M.A.

Econometric and Data Analysis Graduate Certificate

Environmental and Resource Economics Graduate Certificate

Sustainability Graduate Certificate

Sustainability Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability provides students with an in-depth understanding of sustainability and the connections between social, environmental, and economic systems, and equips them with the knowledge to apply sustainable, integrated problem solving approaches in their lives and careers. The certificate is a 22-credit  program that consists of four core courses and two electives. The certificate is open to students from all areas of study and professional backgrounds and can be taken either by students admitted solely to the certificate program or concurrently enrolled in masters and doctoral programs at PSU. More information about the certificate and application procedures can be found at https://www.pdx.edu/econ/graduate-certificates