California Lutheran University
Master of Science in Quantitative Economics
Westlake Village, USA
MSc
DURATION
24 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
This STEM-designated program emphasizes practical applications and interactive learning and includes close collaboration with members of a world-class economics faculty and forecasting team.
It can be completed in as little as one year, is fully accredited by ACBSP, has been designated as a Certified Forecaster Program by The International Institute of Forecasters (IIF), and is ranked 7th in the nation.
Attached to the program is a Center for Economic Research and Forecasting (CERF), one of only six university-based forecast centers in the U.S. that are included in the Wall Street Journal’s Economic Forecasting Survey. It has been named 2nd most accurate forecasting organization by the National Association of Business Economics (NABE).
Program Highlights
The M.S. in Quantitative Economics degree emphasizes practical applications in curriculum and interactive learning, including close collaboration with members of a world-class economic faculty and economics forecasting team. With a strong emphasis on the development of applied economic concepts and theory, this unique evening program rigorously prepares our students in mathematics, statistical analysis, and research. Click here to learn more about our courses.
Certified Forecaster Program
The M.S. in Quantitative Economics has been designated as a certified forecaster program by The International Institute of Forecasters (IIF) and has been ranked 4th in the nation for Quantitative Financial Economics Programs.
Center for Economic Research and Forecasting
There is no substitute for a quality experience. Students in our M.S. in Quantitative Economics program put to practice the curriculum they learn in class at Cal Lutheran’s Center for Economic Research and Forecasting (CERF).
In close collaboration with faculty, our students work in a thriving professional environment to create customized reports for businesses, government, and nonprofit organizations. Students use their applied economist's skills to:
- Perform rigorous econometric analysis;
- Create and understand valid models and forecasts;
- Analyze options and make recommendations;
- Present and defend the analysis and recommendations in writing and in formal presentations;
- Develop annual Ventura and San Fernando Valley counties’ economic forecasts, as well as Oregon’s.
CERF garnered the 2019 Zillow Home Price Expectations Forecast Accuracy award and is recognized as one of the five most accurate forecasters in the nation.
Curriculum
The following is the list of courses required to obtain a Master of Science in Quantitative Economics.
Econometric Series
- Econometrics 1
- Econometrics 2
- Econometrics 3
- Modeling
Microeconomic Series
- Microeconomic Theory - Part 1
- Microeconomic Theory - Part 2
Macroeconomic Series
- Macroeconomic Theory - Part 1
- Macroeconomic Theory - Part 2
Financial Economic Series
- Introduction to Financial Economics
- Financial Economics II: Theory and Practice of Derivatives
- Financial Economics III: Risk Management for Financial Institutions
Topics
- Economics and Environmental Policy
- Operations Research
4+1 Option
If you're an undergraduate business major at Cal Lutheran, you can earn your M.S. in Quantitative Economics in only one year by taking courses during your senior year.
- Save time and earn your M.S. in Quantitative Economics faster;
- Save money by taking M.S. in Quantitative Economics courses as part of your undergraduate tuition;
- Design your own graduate educational experience;
- Build a network of working professionals and students from around the world.
How do I get admitted?
- Admission is based on having senior status at Cal Lutheran and a minimum GPA of 3.0;
- Contact the M.S. in Quantitative Economics Graduate Admissions Office to learn how to apply for the M.S. in Quantitative Economics program.
How do I take M.S. in Quantitative Economics courses?
- Meet with an M.S. in Quantitative Economics advisor to make your course selections;
- Start taking M.S. in Quantitative Economics courses during the fall or spring semesters of your senior year;
- Take up to a total of 3 M.S. in Quantitative Economics courses during your senior year;
- If you continue attending the M.S. in Quantitative Economics program as a full-time student after completing your undergraduate degree, you can earn your M.S. in Quantitative Economics in just one year;
- With evening, weekend, and online courses, as well as short-term study abroad options you have the flexibility to complete your M.S. in Quantitative Economics while still pursuing your career aspirations!
- Graduate course options are available to meet prerequisite requirements.
What are the costs?
During your senior year, the M.S. in Quantitative Economics courses will be included in your normal tuition as long as you take 12 undergraduate credits and do not exceed 18 total credits per term
Once fully admitted to the M.S. in Quantitative Economics program, the tuition is the regular tuition per credit for M.S. in Quantitative Economics courses at Cal Lutheran.