Prakrati Thakur

I specialize 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 how the pattern of international trade encourages countries to adopt non-tariff barriers as well as how non-tariff barriers influence environmental outcomes.

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 most up-to-date cv is available at www.conorjlennon.com 

Program Overview

The Minor in Economics offers interested students a rigorous foundation in economics that will complement any academic major.  Our students develop expertise in quantitative modeling, data analytics, applied economic theory, and the conceptual tools needed to understand real-world economic issues. Students can choose from a wide range of elective courses based on their specific areas of interest and career goals.

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.

The B.S. program in Biotechnology and Health Economics trains students with a distinctive combination of skills in Biosciences, Biotechnology, Sciences, and Economics. The interdisciplinary combination of complementary skills is in demand in various industries and consulting sectors. Skilled and quantitatively trained professionals are required to analyze not only the scientific side and new technologies and development, but also the economic implications for firms and individuals related to pricing, investment, innovation strategies, and economic and regulatory policies. The program prepares students for successful science-based careers with quantitative, modeling and policy knowledge in Economics. 

Program Overview

The B.S. in Biotechnology and Health Economics program is an innovative stand-alone degree that is distinct from our general B.S. Economics program. The program offers students abundant opportunities to acquire skills in a wide range of areas in Sciences and Economics. The curriculum is specifically designed for students who wish to add expertise in Economics to their training in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry and Biophysics, and Chemistry and Chemical Biology.

After Graduation

Post-Graduation Careers

The B.S. in Biotechnology and Health Economics program provides a strong foundation in Biosciences, Biotechnology, Sciences, and Economics. The innovative and interdisciplinary nature of the curriculum gives our students an advantage in the job market. Upon completion of the program, students are ready to embark on successful careers at the intersection of Sciences and Economics. Students are in good position to take advantage of career opportunities in areas such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, healthcare consulting, health insurance companies, hospitals, public policy institutions, and in State and Federal Government.

 

The B.S. Economics program at Rensselaer provides students with a world-class education that prepares them for success in the global economy. Our students develop expertise in quantitative modeling and data analytics, applied economic theory, and conceptual tools of economics used to understand decision-making by individuals and firms, market dynamics, and economic policy in areas such as health care, technology and innovation, environment, international trade, law and economics, among others. After graduation, our students go on to careers in industry, consulting, banking and finance, business and management, government, and other areas. 

Program Overview

The B.S. Economics program features a flexible curriculum that emphasizes the application of quantitative tools to real-world economic problems and policy. In addition to the core coursework, students can select from a wide range of electives courses to tailor their curriculum to advance their individual career goals. Students have the opportunity to work closely with our diverse and talented faculty experts on research projects that develop quantitative skills and provide experience analyzing contemporary and real-world economic issues.   

After Graduation

The Economics program equips students with quantitative and analytical skills that are highly valued by employers in many fields. Salary data collected by Payscale and other organizations show that mid-career earnings for professionals with a B.S. degree in Economics rank in the top-10 of all majors. A B.S. Economics degree provides opportunities for lucrative careers in sectors such as banking and finance, management and business consulting, healthcare, and technology. Corporations across a wide range of sectors, international organizations, and Federal and State governments employ economists to analyze markets, new technologies, regulatory policies, and economic forecasting. In addition, students with an economics degree are well prepared to pursue graduate degrees in areas such as economics, finance, business, management, law, public policy, among others.

Economics students are exposed to a wide range of topics, including behavior of individuals and firms, quantitative and data-driven models of economic decision-making, behavioral and experimental economics, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology markets, financial economics, environmental and energy policies, international economics and globalization, applied game theory, and regulations and public policy.

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Academic Programs

Area of Study B.S. Minor B.S. + M.S. M.S.
Economics Economics, B.S. Economics, Minor Economics, B.S. + M.S. Economics, M.S.
Biotechnology and Health Economics Biotechnology and Health Economics , B.S.
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