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Economics

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December 2, 2020
Economics is the theoretical model of how societies function. Applied economics is the implementation of that model in varied circumstances. Learn the differences between economics and applied economics.
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November 17, 2020
The Master's in Applied Economics Fall Cohort at Boston College is diverse in both professional and real-world experience.
The panelists from The Economic Impact of an Outbreak webinar.
October 19, 2020
BC's MS in Applied Economics program convened with four prominent economists and faculty members to discuss the global economic impact of COVID-19.
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October 15, 2020
Data analytics in cancer research has become an important tool in the fight for survival in breast cancer patients.
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July 1, 2020
Getting a second master's degree is becoming a more common practice. Read here about the advantages a second master’s can provide.
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June 24, 2020
Graduate Econ students from Boston College partnered with UNICEF Italy to practice what they’ve learned while helping UNICEF evaluate marketing decisions.
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May 29, 2020
The Boston College MSAE program uses experiential learning through industry partnerships to give graduates the edge they need in the job marketplace.
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May 26, 2020
What does a market researcher do? They are responsible for preparing the groundwork for major decisions within a company. Start here with an econ degree.
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August 8, 2019
Raytheon & United Technologies are merging and moving to Boston, creating opportunities for STEM professionals and graduates ready for data analytics jobs.
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July 25, 2019
Soft skills such as team building for data professionals are taught at the best graduate economics programs. Read more here.