Program Overview
UMass Amherst's PhD in Resource Economics prepares students for research careers in industry, academia, and government. The program emphasizes real-world application and cutting-edge research in environmental and natural resource economics, empirical industrial organization, experimental and behavioral economics, and health economics. Graduates are highly sought-after by top universities and organizations, including Amazon, USDA Economics Research Service, and Ernst and Young.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The PhD in Resource Economics at UMass Amherst prepares students for research positions in industry, academia, and government. The program focuses on cutting-edge research with faculty members, allowing students to implement real-world change. The department has expertise in areas such as environmental and natural resource economics, empirical industrial organization, experimental and behavioral economics, and health economics. Students can customize their degree to personal goals and interests by taking advanced courses in microeconomics, econometrics, and quantitative methods. The program attracts students from all over the world, enhancing the experience of teaching, learning, and research. The department is classified as STEM, allowing international students to obtain a work permit via optional practical training (OPT) for up to three years after graduation.
