The objective of the Ph.D. program in economics at Eastern Mediterranean University is to equip its graduates with the skills in economic theory, quantitative methods and policy analysis to be able to teach economics at an advanced level, and to conduct economic research and analyze economic problems and policies with a highest level of professionalism.

Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in economics are required to complete eight courses (24 credit-hours) and a dissertation.  The program consists of four required core courses: ECON 601 Advanced Microeconomic Theory, ECON 602, Advanced Macroeconomic Theory and Policy, ECON 603 Mathematical Economics and ECON 604 Econometrics – Time Series. In addition, the students must complete four elective courses in economics.