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MS Economic Development

2 Years Online Masters Program

Murray State University

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Economic Development will prepare students to work in the field of local and regional economic development. Students will gain both classroom and practical training in the methods of economic development. Students who graduate from the program should have the equivalent of two years of work experience in an economic development agency. In addition students should have the ability to lead a small economic development agency. It is our desire that students from this program pursue certification with the IEDC and become certified economic development professionals.

Program Key Stats

$15632 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

University Degree OR Graduation Certificate, Transcripts for all years of university, An overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0, Letters of Reference, Statement of Purpose, Official GMAT or GRE Score for Certain Programs, TOEFL ibT of 71 minimum on Academic Test with no band less than 20, IELTS 6.0 minimum on Academic Test with no band less than 5.0.

Career Options

  • Executive Director of Economic Development Corporation
  • City Planner
  • State Planner Federal Government Economic Development Agency
  • Community Planner
  • Corporate Strategy

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