Economics, Master of Arts
Program Director: Professor Ian Seda-Irizarry
(iseda@jjay.cuny.edu)
The Master of Arts in Economics provides students with a comprehensive and foundational knowledge of applied economics. The program is distinct in that it requires students to examine the unjust and just application of economic analysis and subsequent policies. The program utilizes a heterodox/pluralist approach that focuses primarily on issues of justice such as diversity, equality and sustainability. The degree will require students to have a firm understanding of the theory, skills, and tools used by practitioners in the field.
Students who complete this degree will be prepared to seek employment and promotion in the public and nonprofit sectors as economic analysts or to continue their education in PhD programs, law school, or other educational pursuits. Students will graduate with a distinct advantage by studying economics from multiple perspectives.
Admissions. General admissions information for John Jay's graduate programs can be found under the Admissions section of this bulletin along with any Program-specific admissions requirements.
Additional information. Students who enrolled for the first time at the College or changed to this program in September 2022 or thereafter must complete the program in the form presented here. Students who enrolled prior to that date may choose the form shown here or the earlier version. The earlier version can be found in the Graduate Bulletin 2021-22.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Economics requires 36 credits of coursework consisting of 7 required courses and 5 elective courses.
Part One. Core Requirements
Part Two. Electives
Select five courses.
| ECO 711 | Economic History | 3 |
| CRJ 741 | An Economic Analysis of Crime | 3 |
| ECO 731 | Economic Development | 3 |
| ECO 740 | Community Economic Development | 3 |
| ECO 745 | International Economics | 3 |
| ECO 746 | Alternative Economic Systems | 3 |
| ECO 760 | Political Economy of the Environment | 3 |
| ECO 780 | Selected Topics in Economics | 3 |
| ECO 794 | Independent Study in Economics | 3 |
| ECO 798 | Faculty-Mentored Research in Economics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 36