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Graduate Field of Applied Economics & Management

A rigorous but flexible program.

The graduate field of applied economics and management (AEM) at Cornell’s top-ranked Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management has been producing top graduates through its rigorous but flexible program led by the school’s internationally known faculty for more than a century.

M.S. in Applied Economics & Management

If an MS in applied economics and management (AEM) interests you and you’re considering taking the next step, we invite you to learn more about eligibility, the application and admission process, and what costs and local housing options to expect once you get here.

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Ph.D. Program in Applied Economics and Management

If a PhD in applied economics and management (AEM) interests you and you’re considering taking the next step, we invite you to learn more about eligibility, the application and admission process, and what costs and local housing option to expect once you get here.

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Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Applied Economics and Management

Tomorrow’s leaders need more than vision. They need an understanding of economics, backed by data and tested on real-world problems. Cornell’s Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Applied Economics and Management (AEM) is a one-year program designed to build upon your undergraduate experience and launch your career with an industry-specific focus in one of five specialized concentrations.

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The MPS in AEM curriculum is best suited for those early in their career looking to grow or expand their undergraduate degree with a specialized master’s degree from a top-tier Ivy League institution. Students accepted into the program must meet the following prerequisites:

For Cornell students:

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree -or-
• GMAT (preferred) / GRE (accepted)*

For students outside of Cornell:

• Completion of bachelor’s degree
• GMAT (preferred) / GRE (accepted)
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA: 3.3

* Not required for those with an undergraduate GPA of 3.3 or higher.

MPS Concentrations

Industry-focused mps.

All MPS in AEM students select one of six specialized, industry-focused concentrations.

Concentrations

• Behavioral Finance
• Behavioral Marketing
• Business of Food
• International and Development Economics
• Sustainable Business and Economic Policy
• Technology Management

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Applied Economics and Management program entails 30 credit hours of training in applied economics and management through coursework and a capstone problem-solving project.

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A CALS education goes beyond the classroom and gives students frequent opportunities to apply what they learn in real-world settings.

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Because research is the primary focus of the doctoral program , PhD candidates are freed from any requirement to teach as part of their graduate support. PhD candidates are required to complete 3 full course equivalents as a course assistant and make adequate progress toward graduation and work with faculty members on research projects.

• Stipend amount effective July 1, 2023: $44,885
• Full tuition waiver
• Inclusion in the university’s health plan at no charge
• Degree conferred is a Doctor of Philosophy in the field of management, granted by Cornell University

If you would like to apply, you will need to use our  online application . This method offers the convenience of tracking your status, submitting academic records online, and having your application received by the committee for review.

Applicants interested in the Johnson PhD program in economics should complete their application for admission to the graduate field of economics at  gradschool.cornell.edu/admissions/applying/apply-now . They should indicate in their statement of purpose that they are interested in working with Johnson faculty members in the economics group, and how their research plans are related to those of one or more of the group’s faculty members.

Application and supplemental material deadline is December 15.

Application Process

To submit a complete application, you need to:

• Complete the  online application  form
• Prepare a statement of purpose
• Prepare a personal statement
• Submit two letters of recommendation
• Submit a copy of your transcripts from each institution attended
• Have an official score report on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examinations (GREs) sent to the Cornell Graduate School GRE – use school code 2098 GMAT – use school code 5JW-BM-26

English Language Proficiency Requirement

Refer to the Graduate School’s English Language Proficiency Requirement Guidelines.

Financial Aid

You apply for financial aid automatically when you send in your application form. We do not require a separate application for financial aid.

Contacts and Further Information

For general information about the Cornell University Graduate School:

Cornell University Graduate School Caldwell Hall Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14853-2602 www.gradschool.cornell.edu

For specific information about the Management doctoral program, contact:

Doctoral Program 253-D Sage Hall Johnson Graduate School of Management Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14853-6201

Phone: 607.255.5340 E-mail:   Graduate Research Programs Office

Application, Admission, and Financial Aid FAQs

When can i expect to hear the status of my application.

We download materials from grad school in early January and send them to each area for assessment. Each area makes decisions at different times. We will be in touch when there’s a decision to communicate. Write to us if you have a deadline on another offer you are considering.

My undergraduate GPA is low, but my Master’s GPA is better. What are my chances of admission?

Admissions completes a holistic look at your academic record and academic potential.  Your academic statement, standardized test scores, and recommendation letters also affect admission decisions.

What are the minimum GPA, test scores, etc. to be considered competitive?

We do not provide this information. We are a highly selective and small program.

I am currently in a program and will complete my coursework soon, would it be possible to finish my dissertation in the Management PhD program?

Transfers (including students from other Cornell PhD programs) are through the regular application process. Transfer credits from previous programs are determined by the area faculty on a case-by-case basis, the PhD program office is unable to provide any broad guidelines to applicants in this process.

I have been out of school for several years. How does this affect admission chances?

Several of our students have work experience, and a couple of our best recent placements worked for almost a decade. We look at the totality of applicant strengths.

I am a double degree/major, how should I enter this information?

Describe one degree/major per line in the application, including separating GPAs if you wish.

I don’t have a business undergraduate degree. Will this hurt my admission chances?

No, our students have a variety of college majors like CS, Econ, Stats, Psychology, Sociology, etc.

I am currently in another PhD program. Will this be seen negatively?

No, we have had transfer students in the past. These applications are considered through the regular application process.

My research interests lie in the intersection of two areas. To which area should I apply?

See professor profiles in both areas to look for a research interest match.

Can I request an application fee waiver?

The Graduate School has detailed information on how to request an application fee waiver.

Do you have a cutoff for GRE/ GMAT scores?

We do not, but we rarely admit students with scores below 90-95 percent.

What is the institution code for submitting test scores?

You don’t need to add extensions to this. You can choose 01 (grad school) or 02 (management).

I applied last admission cycle, can I use my previous letters of recommendation?

Yes, once you have submitted your application, reach out to [email protected] to request your previously submitted letters be added to your application package.

I have applied to another field and also want to apply to Management at Cornell. Can I do this?

No, you have to pick one. If the first rejects you, you can ask for your application to then be transferred to the second option for consideration.

I am interested in both the Masters and PhD programs, can I apply to the MS in Management program and to the PhD in Management program?

Yes, it is up to you to disclose this information on your application.

How much funding do you offer?

We provide full tuition, health insurance, and a competitive stipend for 5 years. We have students with families who live on this stipend, you have to pay insurance for your family yourself. We only make fully-funded offers. We share these numbers in our offer of admission.

I am an employee of Cornell, can I apply for the PhD in Management program?

Unfortunately no, our PhD in Management program is full-time residential.

MS in Applied Economics and Management Degree

Earn your applied economics master’s degree at the dyson school.

Take a deep dive into applied economics and management with a research-focused graduate degree.

Among its rigorous, research-intensive graduate programs, the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management offers a two-year, residential Master of Science program.

Rooted in applied research with an eye toward using business to make the world a better place, our MS in Applied Economics and Management is ideal for business-minded students interested in pursuing careers in research, consulting, and academia.

Why Earn an MS in Applied Economics and Management at the Dyson School?

As you explore applied economics graduate programs at the Dyson School, you might be wondering about the differences between the MS and the MPS—and which is right for you. Here’s a side-by-side comparison:

Master of Science in AEM

The MS in AEM is a two-year, research-focused graduate degree. The MS can also prepare you for continued study at the PhD level.

Master of Professional Studies in AEM

The MPS in AEM is a shorter-term, career-focused graduate program designed to prepare you for various economics-related fields.

If you see yourself in an economics-rooted, research-driven role—whether in academia, consulting, or another sector—pursuing your MS in Applied Economics and Management at one of the top business schools in the country is a wise choice. 

After earning the MS in AEM , our graduates have earned PhDs in areas like accounting, food and nutrition policy, applied economics, marketing, and management. Our MS alumni also have pursued careers as analysts, consultants, and research associates in a range of sectors and specialties.

Program Overview: Our MS in Applied Economics and Management at a Glance

From degree type to program length, here’s an overview:

Degree Awarded

MS in Applied Economics and Management

  Program Format

Full-time residential and STEM-designated

Program Duration

Our curriculum: required ms aem courses.

As a Master of Science in Applied Economics and Management student at Dyson, your degree requirements will vary based on several factors, including your undergraduate coursework, your career goals, your research interests, and any plans to continue your education beyond the MS. But no matter what your trajectory, you can expect your Dyson experience to include:

During your first and second semesters, you’ll take a selection of graduate-level applied economics and management classes that explore topics such as production economics, consumer demand, and policy analysis. You’ll also attend engaging seminars with visiting lecturers.

The MS in AEM program offers the flexibility to choose a specialization area, which opens you up to a wide variety of classes. Plus you’ll have a chance to choose from hundreds of electives from across the college and throughout Cornell University.

If you plan to pursue a PhD, we suggest you take at least two 3000- or 4000-level math and statistics classes, such as Linear Algebra, Statistical Methods 1, or Introduction to Analysis. These courses prepare you for the world of big data.

The heart of any research-based master’s program is the thesis. You’ll spend nearly a year working under the guidance of a faculty mentor exploring an AEM topic you’re passionate about. Before you graduate, you’ll defend your thesis via an oral examination.

A Sample Schedule: What You’ll Learn and When

After you build a foundation in graduate-level coursework in applied economics and management , including your core, elective, and specialization classes, you’ll spend most of your second year deeply involved in your thesis research. Here’s an example of how that might look for you:

Year One: An Example

Fall AEM 6080: Production Economics AEM 6120: Applied Econometrics AEM 6700: Economics of Consumer Demand Math class of your choice Electives AEM 7030: Policy seminars

Spring AEM 6010: Writing Competitive Research Proposals AEM 6300: Policy Analysis: Welfare Theory, Agriculture, and Trade AEM 7100: Econometrics I Math class of your choice Electives

Summer Begin thesis research

Year Two: An Example

Fall AEM 8900: Thesis research Electives

Spring AEM 8900: Thesis research Final thesis examination

EXPLORE COURSE CATALOG

A Closer Look: MS in Applied Economics Degree Requirements

Above, we covered what a typical two-year academic plan might look like. Here’s a closer look at some of the curriculum requirements.

Required First-Semester Courses

• AEM 6080: Production Economics
• AEM 6120: Applied Econometrics
• AEM 6700: Economics of Consumer Demand
• AEM 7030: MS Graduate Seminar
• Elective(s) on any topic related to your graduate studies in Applied Economics and Management, including mathematics preparation for PhD admission.
• Visit the Current Roster website for the list of available courses.

Required Second-Semester Courses

• 12 course credits in applied economics, management, economics, policy, mathematics, econometrics, or any other courses that supports your MS thesis topic area.
• Course selection should also be discussed with your academic advisor/thesis chair.
• Visit the  Current Roster website for the list of available courses.

Suggested Courses for PhD Track

If you’re on a PhD track at Cornell, we suggest the following courses; you’ll need to complete at least two of these with a grade of B or better: 

• MATH 3110: Introduction to Analysis
• MATH 3230: Introduction to Differential Equations
• MATH 2210: Linear Algebra
• MATH 2220: Multivariable Calculus
• BTRY 6010: Statistical Methods I

Master’s in Applied Economics Specialization Areas

Your master’s thesis—your research topic, your faculty mentor, and your special committee—will all stem from your specialization area. Students on the PhD track often continue to build upon their master’s theses throughout their doctoral research.

Food and Agricultural Economics (FAE)

Grow your knowledge of every level of the food chain, from farm to table and everywhere in between. With Dyson’s connections to Cornell’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS), the Cornell Cooperative Extension, and other campus and community programs, you will learn from and network with a broad range of experts from natural scientists to farmers to food retailers.

Examples of the core and elective class options include:

• AEM 6050: Agricultural Finance and Development
• AEM 6400: Analysis of Agriculture Markets
• AEM 6410: Commodity Futures and Options
• AEM 6300: Policy Analysis: Welfare Theory, Agriculture, and Trade

Environmental, Energy, and Resource Economics (EERE)

Find yourself at the intersection of the economy and the environment. Your coursework and independent research in this concentration area might explore climate change, renewable energy, water quality, and transportation. Our faculty in this area use their expertise to design or inform public policy on clean technology, environmental quality, use of natural resources, and other emerging areas of concern.

Core and elective class options include: 

• AEM 6510: Environmental and Resource Economics 
• AEM 6600: Natural Resources and Economic Development

International and Development Economics (IDE)

Further your knowledge of market forces and challenges around the globe. Whether you want to work for a nongovernmental organization, get involved on the policy side of business, or pursue a career in academic research, the IDE concentration will broaden your understanding of pressing societal issues, from poverty and public health to urbanization and agriculture.

• AEM 6125: Impact Evaluation in Developing Countries
• AEM 6320: Open Economy Analysis
• AEM 6390: Research Methods in International Development
• AEM 6010: Writing Competitive Research Proposals

Management (MGMT)

Take your management specialization even further with a focus on real estate, strategy, or finance . Management spans industries, sectors, and business functions, and that means you can truly customize your MS in AEM experience to match your interests. Our faculty members have scholarly and professional expertise in an array of management topics, including commercial real estate, capital structure, and climate finance.

• AEM 6140: Behavioral Economics and Managerial Decisions
• AEM 6440: Consumer Behavior
• AEM 6245: Organizational Behavior
• AEM 6325: Leadership and Management in Sports
• AEM 6533: Federal Income Taxation of Low Income Taxpayers
• AEM 6061: Risk Simulation and Monte Carlo Methods
• AEM 6580: The Economics and Psychology of Sustainable Business

Additionally, being part of the larger Cornell SC Johnson College of Business means you can also take management-related courses from the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration .

Preparing for What’s Next: Why a STEM-Designated Master’s Matters

The Dyson School has a rich history of preparing students for an evolving global marketplace. Our students gain the technical competencies demanded by employers in industry and academia. Our STEM-designated MS in AEM program encompasses coursework in emerging areas such as analytics, machine learning, programming, and applied econometrics.

Our Faculty: Research with Industry-Leading Scholars and Practitioners

If you like to ask big questions about the economy, you’ll fit right in. The spirit of intellectual curiosity is high at Cornell University. The Dyson School—and the greater college—is home to a renowned faculty of award-winning educators, widely published scholars, and industry-leading practitioners. As a master’s student, you’ll not only learn from this esteemed group of experts, but also receive mentorship from your advisor and special committee as you build your own expertise.

Connected and Collaborative: The Dyson Student Experience

Our business is a better world. When you choose to pursue an applied economics master’s degree at Dyson, you become part of a collaborative, collegial learning community dedicated to positively impacting people near and far.

Our Community

Beyond the Ivy League rigor, you’ll find a vibrant, collaborative learning community at Dyson. As a graduate student here, you will make meaningful connections not only with your classmates, but with graduate students across campus. You’ll learn from a world-class faculty, engage with ambitious peers, receive close research mentorship, and have access to a broad range of academic and career support services.

With stately buildings, stunning scenery, and a steady stream of student activity, Cornell University is an incredible place to live, learn, and grow. We’d love to show you around our Ithaca, NY, campus, whether you meet us in person for an event at the AgQuad or join us for an online tour. Plus, with a prime location in the Finger Lakes region of New York, there’s so much to do and see near campus.

Our Expertise

The Dyson faculty is well-known for its expertise in many areas, but perhaps most notably for consulting, consumer packaged goods, financial services, technology, and agribusiness. The breadth and depth of our knowledge and network benefit you in many ways, including the mentorship you’ll receive throughout your thesis work. Our alumni also enter—and excel in—these fields, expanding our global reach and reputation.

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How to Apply to the Dyson School’s MS in Applied Economics and Management Program

Does a research-based graduate program sound like a good fit for your educational and career goals? If so, we invite you to learn more about our admissions criteria and application process. Our MS in AEM admissions page outlines everything you’ll need to get started, including a checklist of materials you need to submit with your application.

Learn More: Your MS in AEM Questions, Answered

We know there’s a lot to consider as you research applied economics graduate programs , from admissions requirements and time commitment to tuition and financing. We created an FAQ that covers some of the most common questions our admissions team receives from MS AEM applicants.

Next Steps: Applying to the MS in Applied Economics Program

Ready to embark on an exciting research journey in the world of applied economics and management? We encourage you to begin the application process today.

To get started, register or log in to the Cornell Graduate Admissions website.

• Health Policy and Economics

Our  Master of Science track in Health Policy and Economics  is not like your generic public health degree — in fact, far from it. We train students to become leading policy analysts and researchers working to identify the most effective ways to organize, manage, finance, and deliver high quality healthcare. Students learn to apply advanced research methods such as biostatistics, econometrics, and decision science to evaluate policies and programs while gaining valuable real-world experience under the guidance of a healthcare expert during the culminating capstone project.

This track provides a strong foundation in healthcare research methods with specialized training in health economics, health policy, data analytics, and implementation science. Each student acquires hands-on experience through a faculty-mentored research project that begins in the first term and culminates in a capstone/portfolio final project.

This track also has close ties to other departments within Weill Cornell Medicine and Cornell University, Cornell Tech, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Full-time students can complete the program in 12 months, and part-time students in 18-24 months.

Unique Program

There are great differences between an M.P.H. and our M.S. track in Health Policy and Economics. M.P.H. programs tend to place greater emphasis on public health and epidemiology; contrastingly, we emphasize a broader policy perspective to include payment policy, health insurance coverage, and structural issues related to the healthcare delivery system. Additionally, our program is mostly practice-based while M.P.H. programs tend to be more theoretical. Our goal is to prepare professionals to work effectively in health-related policy positions and serve as well-trained healthcare researchers with strong analytic skills.

We keep our class size and student-to-faculty ratio low so that our students get the most personalized experience possible. Because of this, close mentorship with a faculty member throughout the entirety of the program is provided to all of our students. Many even continue their relationship well beyond becoming alumni and working in their careers.

Opportunities

Our alumni hold positions in data and policy analysis, healthcare consulting, project management, quality improvement, and more. Our alumni are also well-prepared to pursue doctoral studies.

Students learn to develop and evaluate innovative approaches to financing and delivering healthcare using cutting edge research methods, while gaining hands-on experience in data analysis.

Understanding how incentives present in the nation’s healthcare system – from ways that physicians and hospitals are reimbursed to the regulatory requirements for the development and approval of new drugs and medical devices – influence the cost and quality of care is essential to keep up with the changing healthcare landscape and to provide the best care possible. Utilizing cutting-edge statistical approaches, our students learn to conduct rigorous analyses with healthcare data using computing packages such as SAS, Stata, and R. The results of these analyses allow them to better comprehend how changes in health policy and new interventions in the delivery of care may improve the health of people across the country.

Our students have diverse backgrounds including social sciences, basic sciences, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, and healthcare administration. Their diversity creates a unique, collaborative learning environment.

Collaboration

Being in New York City is a huge asset for our program. Local institutions collaborating with Weill Cornell Medicine include NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the Hospital for Special Surgery, The Rockefeller University, the State Department of Health, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and more.

Our faculty are nationally recognized experts in health policy, economics, health services research, biostatistics, health informatics, cost-effectiveness, and comparative-effectiveness. Our NYC location allows for collaboration between experts and researchers at neighboring institutions such as NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Hospital for Special Surgery, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

The culminating capstone project allows students to gain valuable, real-world experience under the guidance of leading healthcare experts to address problems faced by our healthcare system.

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The Brooks PhD Program in Public Policy prepares the next generation of research scholars to address pressing national and international public policy issues.

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Each Public Policy PhD student completes a course of study designed to produce cutting-edge social science research on policy-relevant topics.

Areas of Speciality

The graduate faculty have multidisciplinary expertise in a range of policy areas, including data science and technology policy; environmental and sustainability policy; health policy; human security; inequality and social policy; the politics and economics of development; and race, racism and public policy.

Meet our Students

Our students enroll with diverse research and academic experiences. Learn about their research interests here.

I get the opportunity to interact with sociologists and political scientists and economists outside of my field who really give me an understanding and a scope well beyond what I would have gotten if I had gone to a school that didn’t have this interdisciplinary nature. The Brooks School is a perfect place for me. I can craft my research in a way that is valuable in the long term. – Shyam Raman, PhD Student

BENEFITS OF GETTING A PUBLIC POLICY PHD AT CORNELL

A multi-disciplinary phd in public policy.

The PhD in Public Policy offers training in a social science discipline (such as economics, government, and sociology), empirical methods, and a policy area of focus. First year coursework is disciplinary; subsequent coursework and research is guided by student interest and faculty expertise.

Generous support

PhD funding is guaranteed for 6 years, which includes a stipend, tuition, and health insurance. Students are funded through a combination of fellowships, research assistantships, and teaching assistantships .

Public Policy Placements

Policy PhD graduates go on to academic positions in policy schools, disciplinary departments, and interdisciplinary units; others join government agencies, consulting firms, and non-governmental organizations.

An Ivy League degree in public policy with Cornell’s resources and reputation

Cornell University is one of the world’s leading academic and research institutions and has the broadest range of programs in the Ivy League. Cornell attracts some of the world’s best researchers, thinkers, scholars, inventors, scientists, and humanitarians.

A community where you’ll feel at home within a comprehensive, world-class university

The Brooks School is a friendly, caring environment and just one community among many that you will discover. At Cornell, there’s a club, activity or group where you can meet people who share your interests. If you want to enrich your studies by pursuing social change or volunteer to make a difference, you’ll find endless opportunities. 

A vibrant, dynamic college town setting

Ithaca is home to spectacular waterfalls and lakes, organic farms and wineries, a thriving music and arts community, and an invigorating climate year-round. Located at the southern tip of Cayuga Lake, Ithaca is consistently rated among the most livable cities in the United States.

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2024 Cornell Economics Commencement Ceremony

Congratulations to our 2024 Economics Graduates!   Please read on for more information about the timing for the Department of Economics Commencement Ceremony and how to proceed to the stage to receive your faux diploma. Official diplomas will be mailed to students in early June. 

Economics Ceremony Date and Timing:

Saturday, May 25, 2024  Check-In Starts: 3:45pm   Ceremony Starts: 4:30pm

Economics Ceremony Location:   Bartels Hall, Ramin Room 

For information about Commencement Weekend click here .   

For more Ph.D. and M.A. graduation information from the Graduate School,  click here .

R.S.V.P. for the Economics Ceremony:   All graduating students should R.S.V.P. for the Economics Commencement Ceremony via the survey link sent to you on April 17. Please fill out the survey even if you do not plan to attend the ceremony.  If you did not receive a survey link, please contact Brooke Musmacker, Economics Undergraduate Experience Coordinator, at [email protected]  

Commencement Instructions   

After the Schoellkopf Field Ceremony:   After the festivities at Schoellkopf Field, please head directly across the street to Bartels Hall. If you or any of your guests have a yellow pass for mobility reasons, instructions will be given in advance for driving from the Hoy Parking Garage to a parking lot adjacent to Bartels Hall. Please make sure that someone in your family has requested an accessibility plan for special seating and parking accommodations if any of your guests have any mobility needs. 

Parking:  Most guests will park in the A-Lot or B-Lot and ride the free shuttle buses to Schoellkopf Stadium. However, the buses will stop running loops at 5:00pm. After 5:00pm, free TCAT buses will service central campus. If you anticipate walking to the A-Lot or B-Lot after the Economics Commencement Ceremony, consider renting a wheelchair for guests who may need one. For more information about parking, click here . For more information about renting wheelchairs, click here . 

Undergraduate Check-In:   Once you arrive at Bartels Hall, proceed to the check-in table that corresponds with the first letter of your last name to get your graduation index card. KEEP THIS CARD WITH YOU! The card identifies you for our photographers and lists your name pronunciation. Enter the Ramin Room and enjoy some light refreshments. Find your seat number, and be seated by 4:25pm. The ceremony will start promptly at 4:30pm. 

Ph.D. Student Check-In:   Once you arrive at Bartels Hall, proceed to the Information Table to get your graduation index card. KEEP THIS CARD WITH YOU! The card identifies you for our photographers and lists your name pronunciation. Enter the Ramin Room and enjoy some light refreshments. Find your seat number, and be seated by 4:25pm. The ceremony will start promptly at 4:30pm. 

General Order of Events:   

• Graduation Message
• Awarding of Diplomas for Graduate Students
• Awarding of Undergraduate Prizes
• Awarding of Diplomas for Undergraduate Students
• Closing Remarks

Graduation Message:   There will be a graduation message.  Make sure to listen for facts about your class - some of them might sound familiar!  

Awarding of Diplomas for Graduate Students:      1. A graduation marshal will motion your row to stand and proceed to the left-hand side of the stage.  Make sure you have your name index card ready to give to the graduation marshal.  You will need to file out quickly towards the stage and stay in line.    

• As your row lines up, a graduation marshal will take your graduation name index card. The graduation marshal will deliver your index card to Prof. Molinari.  
• A photographer will take a quick snapshot of you before/as your name is called.    
• Prof. Molinari will call your name, and you will proceed across the stage to receive your certificate from a faculty member who will shake your hand. While this happens, a photographer will take a candid photo of you.   
• After you cross the stage, you will be directed toward the back of the room to the last photograph opportunity.  This staged studio shot will allow you to hold your certificate (and smile) in front of a background and floral arrangement. 
• You will then immediately walk back down the aisle to take your seat. Marshals will help guide you down the path. All guests will remain seated until the last person crosses the stage.   

Awarding of Undergraduate Prizes:   If you have been notified that you are receiving an Economics Prize (congratulations!), please find the number that matches the one on your card in the front row of the graduate section and take a seat before the ceremony begins. A faculty member will come onstage to announce the prizes.  Please proceed to the stage, receive your prize, and return to your seat. 

Awarding of Diplomas for Undergraduate Students:  

• A graduation marshal will motion your row to stand and proceed to the left-hand side of the stage.  Make sure you have your name index card ready to give to the graduation marshal.  You will need to file out quickly towards the stage and stay in line.    
• As your row lines up, a graduation marshal will take your graduation name index card. The graduation marshal will deliver your index card to Prof. O’Donoghue.  
• Prof. O’Donoghue will call your name, and you will proceed across the stage to receive your certificate from a faculty member who will shake your hand (your diploma will be mailed to you in June). While this happens, a photographer will take a candid photo of you.   
• You will then immediately walk back down the aisle to take your seat. Marshals will help guide you down the path. All guests will remain seated until the ceremony officially ends.   

Closing Remarks:   Once everyone has been recognized, there will be very brief final remarks.  After a final round of applause, the program will end around 5:45pm. 

Personal Photos:   We ask that guests wait until after the ceremony has ended to move about and take photos.  After the ceremony, feel free to use the risers or the backdrop/floral arrangements for photos. 

Guest Seating:   Guests will be seated in the second, third, and last seating sections from the North side of the Ramin Room. The first section is assigned seating for faculty and graduates. Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Please ask your guests to help us all by keeping the aisles clear and not standing in the photography areas to take their own pictures.  There will be lots of time to take pictures after the ceremony ends.  The local fire codes require us to keep those areas clear.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Seating Accommodations:   If you or one of your guests needs a seating accommodation (e.g. space for a wheelchair or an aisle seat), please let us know as soon as possible.  You can communicate seating needs via the commencement survey or by emailing Brooke Musmacker, Economics Undergraduate Experience Coordinator at [email protected] . Spaces will be reserved for guests who request seating accommodations and their families. 

Professional Photos:   You will be emailed a link from GradImages to your Cornell email address a few days after the ceremony to view your photos and make purchases.   

CONGRATULATIONS!   Thanks for attending the Economics Commencement Ceremony!  We are so proud of your hard work and dedication! Please stay in touch via our Facebook Page , Twitter Page, and  LinkedIn Group .  

Questions?   Please email Brooke Musmacker at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns about the ceremony or your survey.  

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Emily Garner Named Eighth Women’s Basketball Coach at Cornell University

4/11/2024 5:30:00 PM

ITHACA, N.Y. -- Emily Garner , who lifted Trinity College to new heights during her eight seasons at the helm of the Division III program, has been named the Rebecca Quinn Morgan '60 Head Coach of Cornell Women's Basketball by Nicki Moore, the Meakem & Smith Director of Athletics and Physical Education. Garner becomes the eighth head coach in school history and replaces Dayna Smith, who spent the previous 21 years directing the program. "In Emily, I believe we've found a coach who not only cares deeply about the student-athlete experience but has also demonstrated the ability to elevate the competitive success of teams at academically rigorous institutions," Moore said. "From her experiences at winning programs as an assistant coach to her playing experience at Lafayette, and especially having developed as a head coach for eight years, Emily has all the skills and owns the intangibles necessary to elevate Big Red basketball. In addition, our committee and I genuinely enjoyed spending time with her, and could imagine her thoughtfully mentoring our student-athletes and developing them as high-level players and people. I'd also like to thank Jenna McLaughlin and the team at Korn Ferry for their tireless work in assisting us finding the right fit for the position. I am thrilled to welcome Emily to Ithaca." "I am incredibly grateful and excited for the opportunity to serve as the Rebecca Quinn Morgan '60 head women's basketball coach at Cornell University," Garner said. "A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Nicki Moore and the search committee for entrusting me with leading our student-athletes in their pursuit of excellence on the court, in the classroom, and in the community. Cornell is a special place, and I'm looking forward to building relationships and working to create a strong competitive tradition in the Ivy League." Garner guided Trinity (Conn.) to a pair of NCAA Tournament appearances (2023, 2024) and the school's first-ever NESCAC regular season title. Her teams posted a 124-55 record, including a 96-35 mark over her final five seasons, while playing in the most competitive league in Division III. Taking over a program that had historically occupied the bottom half of the standings in her conference prior to her arrival, Garner led her Trinity to the league tournament in each of her final six seasons, reaching the championship game for the first time in program history in 2023. The 2021-22 NESCAC Coach of the Year, Garner was named D3Hoops.com Regional Coach of the Year in 2022-23 after guiding the Bantams to a school-record 25 wins, the conference's regular season title, and an eventual NCAA Elite Eight appearance. Her teams have been among the top defensively in the country over the past three years, ranking in the top 40 nationally in scoring defense (36th in 2022, 18th in 2023, 24th in 2024) while taking care of the basketball (top 30 nationally in fewest turnovers in both 2023 and 2024). A total of 30 players were named to the NESCAC All-Academic Team during her time leading the program. Garner's commitment to player development led to four major conference award winners in the conference, including three different Defensive Players of the Year, and a two-time All-American. An engaged member of the Trinity community, Garner served on the Task Force for Women, the Athletics DEI Committee, and the Task Force for Campus Climate, and served as an assistant professor of Physical Education, ultimately receiving recognition on the college's "50 for the Next 50" list, honoring women who would have a lasting impact on the future of Trinity College. She previously served as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Army West Point from 2012-16, helping the Black Knights to four postseason appearances, including a pair of NCAA appearances, and a 99-28 record. Army West Point also played in two WNIT's during her time on the sidelines and she coached a pair of conference players of the year. In her final season under head coach Dave Magarity, the Black Knights went 29-3 and won regular season and tournament titles in the Patriot League. Garner began her coaching career in 2010 as a graduate assistant at LIU-Brooklyn after graduating from Lafayette. A three-year starter for the Leopards, she was elected team captain as a senior and earned Patriot League All-Tournament honors that season. She graduated ranked in the top 10 in school history in rebounds, free throws made and free throws attempted. A 2009 graduate of Lafayette with a degree in English with a minor in Economics and Business, Garner earned her Master's in Secondary English Education from LIU in 2012. She is also a graduate of the 2018 NCAA Women Coaches Academy, which is hosted in partnership with the Alliance of Women Coaches and is a four-day educational training available to NCAA coaches of all experience levels. The NCAA Women Coaches Academy is designed for women coaches who are ready to increase their effectiveness by learning advanced skills and strategies that directly affect their personal and team success. She is also an active member of the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA). ABOUT THE BENEFACTOR: Before retiring as president and CEO of Joint Venture: Silicon Valley, Rebecca Quinn Morgan `60 was a teacher and California state senator. In 1993, she and husband Jim, also Class of 1960 and Chairman Emeritus of Applied Materials Inc, started the Morgan Family Foundation, which advanced philanthropic causes from education to environmental conservation.  Along the way, Becky has been a staunch ally of women's athletics and in 2004 she named Cornell's head coach of women's basketball position and continues to be the programs leading supporter.  

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Academic Program Coordinator

Department of City and Regional Planning Posted 1 week ago

We seek an Academic Programs Coordinator who will provide a full range of administrative support to the Directors of Graduate Studies (DGS), Program Coordinators, Director of Urban and Regional Studies (URS), and the department's six graduate degree programs (encompassing two fields – City and Regional Planning, and Regional Science) and one undergraduate degree. Under the general direction of the Department Manager, and in collaboration with the DGS, you will act as the primary administrative contact for all CRP students. Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Managing graduate field and allocation budgets.
• Curriculum management.
• Guiding students, faculty, and other administrative staff about academic requirements and policies.
• Providing information and advice on regulations and procedures regarding degree requirements, admissions, student records, financial aid, and thesis/exit project completion within the CRP department.
• Facilitating resolution of student issues and concerns.
• Collecting and assisting in the analysis of data related to admissions, inquiries, degrees, etc.
• Contributing to the development, implementation, and maintenance of various university and college databases for administering graduate programs.
• Supporting registration, assistantships, scholarships, fellowships, grade submissions, and graduate admissions administration.
• Collaborating with college staff in AAP Admissions, AAP Student Services, and AAP Communications, as well as those doing similar work in other AAP academic departments.
• Collaborating with enrollment representatives across Cornell’s colleges, schools, and units to accomplish the University's enrollment goals.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

The Academic Programs Coordinator role is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, benefits-eligible position performed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a hybrid schedule of 4 days on campus and 1 day remote. However, in order to ensure mutual success, we'd like for you to be on campus Monday through Friday during the orientation and onboarding period, the length of which will be determined by your supervisor. Details on your hybrid schedule and daily start and end times will be mutually agreed upon between you and your supervisor. Occasionally, there will be some evening or weekend events requiring flexibility for coverage, with advance notice provided. The position is performed primarily in Sibley Hall on Cornell’s Ithaca campus.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Department Details

The Department of City and Regional Planning (CRP) at Cornell offers a vibrant environment for tackling pressing planning issues, from social justice to sustainable development. Through rigorous coursework and interdisciplinary study options, students develop key skills. With renowned faculty and leading programs, CRP shapes the next generation of urbanists.

The Department of City and Regional Planning is the home of leading programs in planning, historic preservation planning, and urban and regional studies and is comprised of approximately 20 core faculty, 120 undergraduate students, 150 graduate students, and 4 staff members.

About the College

The College of Architecture, Art, and Planning at Cornell University (Cornell AAP) is home to nearly 1,000 students, 120 faculty, and 65 staff members who come together from around the world to take up some of today's most urgent challenges and advance research, inquiry, and design to build a more just and sustainable future.

A vital college at one of the nation's foremost research universities, Cornell AAP bridges fields and faculty with five departments, 20 degree programs, 18 faculty-led labs, and the Cornell Mui Ho Center for Cities, a platform for building partnerships that make a positive impact in our cities and communities nationally and internationally.

Cornell AAP's departments include Architecture, Art, and Planning, as well as the new multicollege Paul Rubacha Department of Real Estate, jointly led by the S.C. Johnson College of Business, and the multicollege Department of Design Tech, administered by Cornell AAP in partnership with Cornell Bowers CIS, Cornell Engineering, the Cornell Human Ecology, and Cornell Tech. The college is housed across three locations (Ithaca, New York; New York City; and Rome, Italy), each offering world-class facilities and cutting-edge technologies.

Cornell AAP is about acts of transformation. We are committed to building a caring, inclusive, and rigorous community around our shared priorities — Creative + Critical Practices, Sustainability + Social Impact, Design + Emerging Technologies, and the Future of Cities + Development — that enable us to reimagine and reshape the world in radically new ways, every day.

Qualifications

You're considered a competitive candidate if you:

• Demonstrate independence and initiative in problem-solving, with confidence to tackle challenges and seek assistance when needed, fostering a culture of continual learning and growth.
• Exhibit a dynamic and collaborative approach, capable of working both independently and as part of a team, maintaining a balance between teamwork and autonomous work to ensure successful outcomes.
• Build trust through reliability and accountability, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, and pushing for excellence in a positive manner.
• Can cultivate rapport with a diverse student body and faculty, fostering inclusive and equitable working relationships, integral to the academic experience and the success of collaborative initiatives.

What We Need

• A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
• A dynamic communicator, skilled in both spoken and written interactions, driven by the desire to deliver exceptional service.
• A relationship builder, adept at connecting with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering strong and inclusive connections.
• An independent thinker and team player, fostering collaborative and inclusive working environments among students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• A problem-solving enthusiast, eager to utilize your skills to assist others in overcoming challenges.
• A flexible and adaptable team player, ready to pivot priorities as needed to meet evolving demands.
• A detail-oriented and proactive coordinator, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Proficiency in typical business software like Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and financial tools, or eager to quickly master them.
• Proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new programs and procedures, always staying ahead of the curve.
• Demonstrated commitment and experience in promoting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and well-being in all aspects of your work.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's okay if you don't.

• While familiarity with Cornell-specific systems is a plus, what truly matters is your ability and drive to swiftly learn and keep your skills and knowledge up-to-date.
• Significant experience working within higher education and/or with students.
• Knowledge of Cornell programs such as CCI, PeopleSoft, 25Live, Workday, and Grad School Reporting.

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Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter.  You can upload documents either by "dragging and dropping" them into the dropbox or by using the "upload" icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website.

The pay range is $26.25 to $30.46 per hour.

Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• prior relevant work or industry experience
• education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
• unique applicable skills
• academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9-month annual salary)

To learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator .

Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates .

Questions and Additional Information

Melinda Stelick (607) 255-4316 [email protected]

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Steel industry protectionism beyond typical election-year rhetoric

4/17/2024 By | Staff , A&S Communications

President Biden has announced plans to triple the rates of tariffs on steel and aluminum from China amid pressure from labor unions concerned about the survival of the U.S. steel industry amid Chinese competition.

Allen Carlson is an associate professor of government at Cornell University, and an expert on Chinese foreign policy. Carlson says it’s crucial to note that President Biden’s tariff proposal is less about economics and more related to U.S. domestic politics.

“Presidential election years tend to stir things up in the U.S.-China relationship, even when the two countries are on relatively good terms with each other. 2024 is not such a time.

“In the past Beijing has tended to take shifts in U.S. policy during election years with a grain of salt. But this year may be different as Xi’s China is in a stronger position than it was before. More importantly, this election cycle promises to be more turbulent than any that has come before it. And China policy will inevitably get drawn into the maelstrom.”

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