Master the economics behind every major business decision. Accelerate your impact with the MBA/MS in Applied Economics dual degree and gain the power to interpret data and build advanced economic models. You’ll strengthen your leadership, management, and business skills, combining the analytic rigor to prepare for careers in finance, consulting, policy, and corporate strategy.
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MBA/MS in Applied Economics Dual Degree
Analytical insight meets business leadership
Details
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Fall, Summer, Spring Terms -
Part-time -
Online -
3-5 years -
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36 Credits -
$2,060/credit**See full costs details. All students are considered for scholarships.
Benefits & Highlights
- Dual expertise: Earn both an MBA from Carey Business School and an MS in Applied Economics from the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences AAP.
- Combine advanced economic modeling, data analysis, and econometrics with business leadership, strategy, and management.
- Prepare for leadership roles in finance, consulting, policy, and corporate strategy with a dual credential that signals both analytic and managerial strength.
- The Johns Hopkins MBA program is 54 credits, 18 of which may be applied from the MS in Applied Economics program.
Who Should Apply
- Professionals who want to deepen their economic analysis skills while gaining business acumen
Connect with a recruiter
Our admissions team is here to answer your questions about the MBA/MS in Applied Economics dual degree, from curriculum details to how the certificate can advance your career. Reach out to connect with a recruiter and start planning your next step at Carey.
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Admissions
To apply to the MBA/MS in Applied Economics dual degree, complete the application through Johns Hopkins Advanced Academic Programs. You will select the dual-degree option within the MS in Applied Economics application.
We know your MBA is a big financial commitment. That’s why we offer a variety of scholarships to support your journey. Carey Business School’s scholarships recognize the achievement and promise of our prospective MBA students. Our scholarships support our commitment to diversity and inclusion by amplifying the presence of diverse voices and opinions in the classroom.
- Completed online application
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Résumé or CV
- 1 essay
- 1 letter of recommendation
- Official transcripts
- Optional GMAT/GRE score
- Application fee
Applications can be submitted through the Johns Hopkins University-wide platform. Select Johns Hopkins Advanced Academic Programs as your preferred school and the upcoming fall term you are applying to, then upload all required materials. As soon as our team has received your completed application, we will review your file and follow up with you on next steps.
More about the MBA/MS in Applied Economics application process
Curriculum
MBA courses include finance, accounting, leadership, marketing, and strategy. Applied Economics courses cover microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and electives in financial or public policy economics. Courses are delivered online and on-site in Washington, D.C.
Core curriculum
Build a strong foundation in business and the principles of communication to make strategic decisions and communicate them with clarity.
Required MBA courses:
- Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Business Analytics
- Business Communication
- Business Microeconomics
- Corporate Finance
- Leadership and Organizational Behavior
- Marketing Management
- Negotiation
- Operations Management
- Statistical Analysis
- Strategic Management
Required MS in Applied Economics courses (Choose 4):
- Microeconomic Theory
- Macroeconomic Theory
- Econometrics
Customize your experience
Whether your path is financial economics, public policy, labor markets, leadership, or AI for business, you’ll be able to tailor your courses to match your career goals.
Students in the MBA/MA in Applied Economics program can customize their degree by choosing from specializations in both programs. Carey’s Flexible MBA offers eight in-demand specializations including Artificial Intelligence for Business, Business Analytics and Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Health Care Management, Leadership, Marketing, or Real Estate.
The MS in Applied Economics offers electives in financial economics, international economics, or public sector policy.
Beyond the Classroom
Connect data to strategy
Solve real-world challenges
Students put their learning into action through case studies and hands-on projects that link economic theory with organizational decision-making. You’ll gain practice presenting insights, advising stakeholders, and driving strategy grounded in rigorous analysis.
The Johns Hopkins advantage
Two schools, one powerful network
Dual degree students benefit from the combined resources, faculty, and networks across both Carey and the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences.