An example of a natural experiment occurred in Helena, Montana during the six-month period from June 2002 to December 2002 when a smoking ban was in effect in all public spaces in Helena including bars and restaurants.
A master's degree in finance can be earned in one to two years or less after completing a bachelor's program. Doctorate programs with a focus on finance take approximately four to six years to complete and require at least a bachelor's degree--though a master's degree is a more common requirement.
There is a significant difference between economics and finance. To understand the differences we must understand each of the categories and learn their fundamental principles. Finance is a fund management science. There are three general areas of finance: business finance, public finance and personal finance.