The department offers a program leading to the Master of Science degree with a major in agricultural and resource economics. A broad spectrum of agricultural economics subject matter is presented, with emphasis in natural resources, international business, and agribusiness. In cooperation with the Department of Economics, work is also offered leading to the Doctor of Philosophy with a major in economics, with emphases in international agricultural economic development, and natural resource economics. Students in the Master of Science degree program have a choice between thesis and non-thesis programs. Students completing a thesis are required to complete a minimum of 30 units which may include up to 6 units of credit for thesis research, while those selecting the technical paper option take 33 units of graduate coursework. Students choosing the non-research option must complete 33 units.