The Department of Economics at Iowa State University presents a unique tradition of excellence in graduate education, overseeing a Ph.D. Program in both economics and agricultural economics.<br>Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of scholarly literature in economics and an ability to critically evaluate it.<br>Articulate research objectives that, when met, will lead to significant contributions to economic knowledge.<br>Effectively apply theory and qualitative and quantitative empirical methods to address research questions, understand how to acquire, analyze, and report data.<br>Interpret research results appropriately, integrating them into existing knowledge in the discipline.<br>Clearly and accurately communicate research findings orally and in writing.<br>Always conduct scholarship, whether independently or in teams, in ways that reflect ethical practice and professionalism.<br>The Department of Economics MS program offers two degreesan MS in Economics (MSE) and an MS in Agricultural Economics (MSAE). Our flexible, one-year program has a proven placement record and is a great value added for both undergraduate students and working professionals. The program maximizes graduate's investment in education, provides research training, and equips graduates with the skills needed to enter advanced positions in the local, national, and global job markets, or to pursue further graduate studies in related fields.