Applied Economics Certificate

Valparaiso University has paused new admission to this certificate program beginning with the Fall 2026 term. For more programs, explore our full list of graduate certificates.

Why Economics at Valpo?

In this 18-credit certificate, students learn microeconomic and macroeconomic principles and apply them to areas such as financial, international, and labor markets.

The certificate is designed for students whose goal is to apply economic ideas and theories to answer questions in a wide range of fields and professions such as the government, education, non-profit and banking sectors. Applying economic ideas in a professional setting does not require a rigorous theoretical or quantitative component. The certificate allows for flexibility based on student interests and allows students to take special topics courses if they are offered.

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Admission

Applicants must meet all graduate admission requirements. Students who are not enrolled in a graduate program at Valparaiso University must apply as graduate non-degree seeking students. Students may transfer up to three credits from a different institution, subject to the graduate academic transfer policy. Transfer credit is reviewed and approved by the certificate advisor.

Required Courses

Required Courses (12 credits)
ECON 501	Theory and Applications in Microeconomics	3 cr
ECON 502	Theory and Applications in Macroeconomics	3 cr
ECON 538	Economics of Financial Markets	3 cr
ECON 623	International Economics	3 cr