The Department of Economics at Brandeis University is a leading academic department renowned for rigorous theoretical and empirical research, strong graduate training, and excellent undergraduate education. It offers undergraduate majors, master’s degrees, and a PhD in Economics, covering core areas such as microeconomic theory, macroeconomics, econometrics, labor economics, international economics, and development economics.
Undergraduate students gain a solid foundation in economic theory, quantitative methods, and applied analysis, with opportunities for research assistantships, internships, and honors projects. The department’s undergraduate program prepares students for careers in finance, consulting, policy, and graduate study in economics, business, or public policy.
Graduate programs emphasize advanced research and quantitative skills. The PhD program trains scholars for academic and research careers, with faculty expertise in economic theory, applied econometrics, and global economic issues. Master’s programs, often combined with Brandeis IBS, focus on international economics, finance, and data analysis. Faculty publish in top journals, lead research projects, and advise policymakers globally. The department’s collaborative culture and small graduate cohorts support close faculty-student mentorship and impactful research.
Department of Economics Website(https://www.brandeis.edu/economics/)
