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In-person, evening classes at the Dubois Center
Applied Econometrics, Graduate Certificate
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Applied Economics Graduate Certificate
The Applied Econometrics Graduate Certificate at UNC Charlotte is a focused program designed to build your skills in data analysis, statistical modeling and applied econometrics.
You’ll learn to apply econometric methods to real-world business and economic problems using data-driven approaches.
This 12-credit certificate is ideal if you want to strengthen your analytical skills, enhance your current role or explore graduate-level economics before committing to a full degree.
Delivered at the Dubois Center in Uptown Charlotte, the program connects you to a leading business and financial hub.
Why get an Applied Econometrics certificate at UNC Charlotte?
The Difference is Charlotte
Located in one of the nation’s leading financial centers, this program connects you to employers and opportunities where data-driven decision-making is critical across industries.
Applied, Data-Driven Learning
You’ll learn to use statistical and econometric methods to analyze data, forecast trends and solve real-world business and economic problems.
A Flexible Path Forward
This certificate can stand alone to enhance your skills or serve as a pathway to graduate study in economics or related fields.
Career Outcomes
With an Applied Econometrics certificate from UNC Charlotte, you’ll strengthen your ability to analyze data, forecast trends and support data-driven decision-making.
These skills are valuable in roles such as:
- Data analyst
- Economic analyst
- Financial analyst
- Business analyst
These skills are in demand across industries where data-driven decision-making is critical.
Applied Econometrics
Curriculum
The curriculum focuses on applying econometric methods to real-world business and economic problems using data.
Core Courses (9 credit hours)
Elective Courses (3 credit hours)
Select one of the following:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Applied Econometrics certificate?
An Applied Econometrics certificate is a graduate-level credential that focuses on using statistical and econometric methods to analyze data and solve real-world business and economic problems.
Who should consider this certificate?
This program is a good fit if you want to build data analysis skills, strengthen your quantitative background, enhance your current role or explore graduate-level economics.
How long does the certificate take?
The certificate requires 12 credit hours and can typically be completed in 1–2 years.
What skills will I gain from this program?
You’ll develop skills in data analysis, statistical modeling and applied econometrics, with the ability to analyze data, forecast trends and support data-driven decision-making.
Can this certificate lead to a master’s degree?
This certificate allows you to explore graduate-level coursework in economics and may support future study in a master’s program, depending on program requirements.
Where are classes held?
Courses are offered in person in the evenings at the Dubois Center in Uptown Charlotte.
Applied Econometrics
Admissions
Admission to the Applied Econometrics Graduate Certificate is based on academic background and readiness for graduate-level coursework.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Admission is based on academic background and readiness for graduate-level coursework, particularly in quantitative and analytical subjects.
- Application through Graduate Admissions
This certificate is a good fit if you want to build data analysis skills or explore graduate study in economics.
Tuition + Financial Aid
Tuition is based on per-credit-hour rates for graduate programs at UNC Charlotte.