Economics for non-economists

[alainray]

Hello, I'm an Industrial Engineer and I'm currently looking for a Master's program in Economics. My first degree had some economics (Microeconomics) and I was a teaching assistant on that course. I'm wondering what Master's programs are available for non-economists out there. I know LSE provides a 2-year program for people with math proficiency but I know not of any more such programs.

Thanks in advance for your help!

[BioEconomist]

Math people are going to do fine in just about any program nation wide. I would apply to some top tier schools, and just have fun. Maybe you always wanted to go to MIT? Give them a shot. Most departments will accept a good applicant from a different discipline,

Not having a bachelor's in economics is not a handicap at the graduate degree level. Just make sure your linear algebra is strong, and your statistics. Just research to find the right fit. What interests you about economics the most? Environmental Econ, International Trade, Libertarian Ideals.

I had a friend that started out in History, and then got a masters degree, and is currently working on a PhD in econ. He wanted something heterodox because of his biases in history. So he settled into the University of Utah, they have crazy theories and teach things like Marxist Economics, and other crazy topics. I did my undergrad there and liked it because I was exposed to ideas that I wouldn't have encountered elsewhere. The common slogan there is: "I read Adam Smith and understood him". Anyway that is a tangent.

My point is figure out what you like about Economics, and go to schools that teach to your interests.

[jblsmith]

Agreed. As an engineer you'll do fine in an MA Econ program. Just know that most schools don't offer a dedicated or "Terminal" masters program and those that do seldom don't have funding. I did a terminal MA at UNLV and got funding (full tuition waiver plus $10k stipend). You can finish the program in 12 months if you bust your ass. Here's a link to the program's website:

http://business.unlv.edu/economics/