A Ph.D. in Fisheries Economics is typically a 4-6 year program that provides advanced training in the application of economic principles and analytical tools to the management and sustainability of fisheries and aquaculture resources. Resource economics, market analysis, policy formation, environmental economics, and the incorporation of socioeconomic considerations into fisheries management are among the subjects covered in the curriculum. In order to advance scholarly knowledge of issues and innovations in fields such as catch share programs, seafood trade, aquaculture development, and the economic valuation of ecosystem services, students often collaborate with government agencies, non-profit organizations, or industry partners to conduct original research. The program's graduates are equipped for leadership positions in the seafood sector, international development organizations, fisheries management agencies, academic institutions, and environmental consulting firms.
