PhD in Social Sciences — Economics Online Doctoral Economics Program at WUV
Program Overview Why earn your PhD in Economics at WUV?
The PhD in Social Sciences — Economics at Westerfield University of Virginia is WUV's research-intensive doctoral program in markets, policy, and economic systems. Students develop advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills, prepare and defend an original thesis, and produce a substantial dissertation contributing new knowledge to economic scholarship. The PhD is the terminal research degree and is designed for professionals pursuing academic, financial, or high-level research careers.
Skills you'll learn:
- Advanced qualitative and quantitative research methodology
- Thesis preparation, defense, and scholarly writing
- Econometrics and applied statistical analysis
- Original dissertation research design and execution
- Scholarly contribution to economic theory and policy
- Academic and professional leadership in economics
Courses & Curriculum Research and dissertation curriculum
This 54-credit PhD program includes 9 doctoral-level courses — research methods, five preparatory thesis courses, and a final dissertation. Entry requirement: Master's degree.
Thesis Courses
Research methodology, thesis writing, and analytical foundations for doctoral study.
Research Courses
Sequential preparatory thesis research guiding students through independent economic inquiry.
Dissertation
Original scholarly research culminating in a full dissertation submitted to the WUV doctoral committee.
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Career Outlook What can you do with a PhD in Economics?
A PhD in Economics from WUV is the highest academic credential in the field and prepares you for leadership roles in academia, finance, and research:
- Economics Professor / Faculty — Teach and conduct research at colleges and universities.
- Research Scientist — Lead original economic research at academic institutions or research organizations.
- Chief Economist — Advise governments and major institutions on economic strategy at the highest level.
- Economic Policy Advisor — Assess and guide large-scale national or international economic policy initiatives.