Prakrati Thakur

My research interests lie in international trade and environmental economics. My current research is on international trade in waste with a focus on its cross-country welfare consequences, the design of an international environmental agreement on waste trade, and the effects of waste trade de-liberalization on firms and cities. I also study the interplay between regulation and international trade.

Conor Lennon

I am an empirical micro-economist who leverages experimental and quasi-experimental settings to address policy-relevant research questions in health and labor economics.My up-to-date cv is always available at conorjlennon.com/cv

Program Overview

Study different types of mathematical models and econometric techniques used in Economics. Students are prepared to use economic theory, and econometric and statistical methods to study behavior of individuals and firms in the economy.

Program Overview

Study different types of economic models related to innovation and new technologies. Students are prepared to use economic theory, econometric and statistical methods, and data to examine patents, R&D, and innovation more broadly, as well as in specific industries in the economy.

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Study different types of regulations and economic policy measures, and their impact on individuals, markets, and the economy. Students are prepared to use economic models, quantitative methods, and data to assess different types of regulations and policies, and their impact.

Program Overview

Study different types of markets related to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and healthcare. Students are prepared to use theory, econometric models, and data to study the role of R&D, patents, innovation, and policies in healthcare markets, and in pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

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Through the Minor in Economics of Banking and Finance, students have the ability to learn about the role of monetary policy and macroeconomic theory on financial institutions, especially commercial banking and the Federal Reserve System.

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In the Economics Minor, students study different types of theories and statistical methods used by economists. Students are prepared to gain a broad understanding of how consumers, firms and governments make decisions, and their implications.

For undergraduate students who are already at Rensselaer, the Department of Economics at Rensselaer offers an innovative STEM-designated Co-Terminal M.S. Economics degree program that students can use to enhance their understanding of the fundamentals of advanced economic analysis, application of mathematical methods and economic modeling, and the use of econometric and quantitative methods for sophisticated data analysis. The program is designed to help students gain a broader understanding of the economic and policy issues that are required for professional careers in various industries, consulting and government. The program’s structure and coursework also provide rigorous foundation for those students who may want to pursue more advanced graduate studies in Economics, Management, Finance, Law, and other areas.

Our STEM-designated Co-Terminal M.S. program is applied and quantitative-focused, emphasizing applications of economic theory, econometrics, and mathematical modeling. Our faculty have expertise in areas such as: applied econometric methods, data analytics, big data econometrics, health and medical economics, international economics, behavioral and experimental economics, economics of technology and innovation, economic policy, economics of financial markets, applied game theory, and economic growth. The M.S. program offers a wide range of courses in these areas that students can choose from as electives and customize their curriculum.

Current Rensselaer students pursuing the co-terminal MS Economics program can usually continue availing of their undergraduate scholarship or financial aid. For more information, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Program Overview

The Department of Economics at Rensselaer offers an innovative STEM-designated Co-terminal M.S. degree program that Rensselaer undergraduate students can use to enhance their understanding of the fundamentals of advanced economic analysis, application of mathematical methods and economic modeling, and the use of econometric methods for sophisticated and large-scale data analysis.

After Graduation

Students with an M.S. degree in Economics find professional opportunities and career placements in a wide range of sectors. Specific examples of jobs available for economists with an M.S. degree include:

  • Economic, financial, or management consultant and analyst.
  • Analyst in banking and finance firms.
  • Market research analyst or data scientist in technology firms.
  • Regulatory policy and project evaluation analysts in state and federal government, NGOs, and think tanks.
  • Research analysts in universities, government agencies, and research centers and institutions.
  • Economists and research analysts in law firms to support economic, legal and financial analysis for litigation.

Contacts

If you have questions regarding our M.S. Economics program, first check the Office of Graduate Admissions website. Most of the time, students find answers on this website. If you still have questions after checking the Graduate Admissions website, feel free to contact Professor Billur Aksoy, graduate program director, at aksoyb3@rpi.edu.

The Department of Economics at Rensselaer offers an innovative STEM-designated (stand-alone or co-terminal) M.S. Economics degree program that students can use to enhance their understanding of the fundamentals of advanced economic analysis, application of mathematical methods and economic modeling, and the use of econometric and quantitative methods for sophisticated data analysis. The program is designed to help students gain a broader understanding of the economic and policy issues that are required for professional careers in various industries, consulting and government. The program’s structure and coursework also provide rigorous foundation for those students who may want to pursue more advanced graduate studies in Economics, Management, Finance, Law, and other areas.

Program Overview

Our STEM-designated M.S. program is applied and quantitative-focused, emphasizing applications of economic theory, econometrics, and mathematical modeling. Our faculty have expertise in areas such as: applied econometric methods, data analytics, big data econometrics, health and medical economics, international economics, behavioral and experimental economics, economics of technology and innovation, economic policy, economics of financial markets, applied game theory, and economic growth. The M.S.

After Graduation

Students with an M.S. degree in Economics find professional opportunities and career placements in a wide range of sectors. Specific examples of jobs available for economists with an M.S. degree include:

  • Economic, financial, or management consultant and analyst.
  • Analyst in banking and finance firms.
  • Market research analyst or data scientist in technology firms.
  • Regulatory policy and project evaluation analysts in state and federal government, NGOs, and think tanks.
  • Research analysts in universities, government agencies, and research centers and institutions.
  • Economists and research analysts in law firms to support economic, legal and financial analysis for litigation.

 

 

Contacts

If you have questions regarding our M.S. Economics program, first check the Office of Graduate Admissions website. Most of the time, students find answers on this website. If you still have questions after checking the Graduate Admissions website, feel free to contact Professor Billur Aksoy, graduate program director, at aksoyb3@rpi.edu.

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