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Graduate Programs in Economic Theory and Policy

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The Levy Economics Institute Graduate Programs in Economic Theory and Policy were created to offer students an alternative to mainstream programs in economics and finance. These innovative programs combine a rigorous course of study with the exceptional opportunity to participate in advanced economics research.
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Our Approach

  • Key Research Areas
    The course of study encourages students to specialize in one of the research areas of the Levy Institute: Macroeconomic Theory, Policy, and Modeling; Employment and Labor Markets; Monetary Policy and Financial Structure; Distribution of Income, Wealth, and Well-Being; and Gender Equality and the Economy.
  • Engaged Learning
    Small-group interaction in lectures and seminars encourages students to expand their understanding of economic theory and their influence in the global community. Students participate in every discussion and develop close working relationships with faculty in an environment of active learning. Resident scholars teaching in the graduate programs are extremely accessible, and consider themselves mentors as well as teachers.
  • Real-World Economics
    The world economy has not yet emerged from the 2008 financial crisis. Below-target growth and tax revenue threaten critical public expenditure on healthcare, education, social protection, and climate change adaptation … yet mainstream economics programs continue to use the same approach. The Levy Graduate Programs in Economic Theory and Policy offer real answers to real-world problems.

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Alum Spotlight: Andrew Bunker MA ’19
Andrew Bunker MA ’19 (L). Photo by Karl Rabe

Alum Spotlight: Andrew Bunker MA ’19

IMF Surveillance and Climate Change Transition Risks

Students and alumni/ae of the Levy Graduate Programs in Economic Theory and Policy conduct impactful research on the most critical issues in economics today. Andrew Bunker MA ’19 recently contributed to a report on the IMF's track record on energy policy.

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Announcing the Minsky and Godley Scholarships

Announcing the Minsky and Godley Scholarships

The Levy Graduate Programs are pleased to announce new academic scholarships. The Minsky and Godley Scholarships, named for Distinguished Scholars Hyman P. Minsky and Wynne Godley, extend the Institute’s investment in students displaying significant academic achievement. 

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Analysis of the Global Pandemic

Analysis of the Global Pandemic

Scholars of the Levy Economics Institute of Bard College are sharing their in-depth analysis and nonpartisan policy recommendations on the economic fallout of the COVID-19 crisis with the world through international news media outlets and institute's blog, Multiplier Effect.

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Economic Theory and Policy

Levy Economics Institute
Blithewood Road
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
Admission Contact:
Carlton Rounds
Phone: 845-758-7776
Email: [email protected] 
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