# Master of Science in Quantitative Economics

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Research Preparation

##  Master of Science in Quantitative Economics

For students who aspire to pursue a research career in economics.

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##  Master of Science in Quantitative Economics

In addition to the Pre-Doctoral Program offered through the PhD Program, Stern now also offers a [Master of Science in Quantitative Economics](https://as.nyu.edu/departments/econ/graduate/ms.html) in partnership with the Department of Economics in the Graduate School of Arts and Science.

In contrast to Stern's Pre-Doctoral Program, the [Master of Science in Quantitative Economics](https://as.nyu.edu/departments/econ/graduate/ms.html) teaches students new skills and techniques in a year-long intensive programs. The goal is not just to make sure that students get into a PhD program or a research sector of their choice, but to generate new skills that will help students through the demands of the PhD, or to flourish as a researcher in the private sector. For instance, a talented prospective student may not survive the pace and demands of the first year of a doctoral program. The MS program prepares students for those demands, and lets them demonstrate that they can handle them. It is a different approach that is based on actual, intensive teaching, rather than an assessment of their pre-existing talents.

Learn more about this preparatory degree by visiting the [program's website](https://as.nyu.edu/departments/econ/graduate/ms.html).