MS in Resource Economics & Policy
University of Maine
Date Posted: Feb. 25, 2016
Submitted by: Monika Urbanski
Sustainability Topic:
Curriculum
Content Type:
Academic Programs
Program Type: Master's Degree
Distance: Local Only
Commitment: Both
Description
The Master of Science in Resource Economics and Policy program emphasizes how economic theory and tools can be applied to environmental, natural resource, energy, agriculture, and economic development problems. Students in this program combine core training in microeconomic theory and quantitative methods with specialized environmental, natural resource, agricultural, and energy economics and policy training. Graduates excel in positions requiring advanced analytical skills, knowledge of economic systems and methods, and experience conducting analyses of policy issues.