We offer two primary tracks for a Master's degree in Agricultural Economics: the traditional track and the professional MS in international agribusiness. The traditional track is research-oriented and leads to the completion of a thesis. This track prepares students for careers in business, consulting, finance, government and non-governmental organizations. The Thesis Research M.S. also provides the necessary foundation to prepare a student for more advanced graduate work in pursuit of a Ph.D. Exact opportunities for research vary depending upon a student's choice of specialty area, available topics for research, and faculty interest. The second track is the Professional M.S. in International Agribusiness. This is a non-thesis degree that can be completed in three semesters of residence plus the summer. The primary aim is to prepare students for a career in international agribusiness. Although the Professional M.S. in International Agribusiness shares some courses and features with the Research M.S., it is a distinct program with somewhat different course requirements.