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Erasmus School of Economics - Erasmus University Rotterdam MSc Economics and Business - Specialisation in International Economics

Erasmus School of Economics - Erasmus University Rotterdam

MSc Economics and Business - Specialisation in International Economics

Rotterdam, Netherlands

1 Years

English

Full time

01 May 2026*

Sep 2025

EUR 2,601 / per year **

On-Campus

* EEA students: 1 May, non-EEA students: 1 April

** Statutory fee: Dutch / EEA students; Institutional fee: Dutch / EEA students: € 14.400; non-EEA students: € 19.950

Key Summary

    About: The MSc Economics and Business with a specialization in International Economics offers students a comprehensive understanding of global economic issues. You'll engage with concepts and analytical skills that are essential for making informed business decisions in an international context. The program combines theory with practical applications, preparing you for challenges in the global economy.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various careers, including roles as economists, financial analysts, international business consultants, or policy advisors in governmental and international organizations. Opportunities also exist in investment banking, trade organizations, and multinational corporations.

Introduction

The International Economics programme offers you a comprehensive selection of topical global economics issues. You will explore and analyse the progressive integration of international goods, labour and capital markets and the decline in the national barriers that separated them in the past. You also address the effects that the increased interdependence of economies has on governments, firms, their managers and employees. In short, you are guided to the frontiers of international economics research in both theory and practice.

Why study International Economics in Rotterdam?

Rotterdam, the port of Europe, is the city to obtain knowledge regarding international economics par excellence. Here at Erasmus School of Economics, you surround yourself with students from all nationalities who are as ambitious and inquisitive as you are. Renowned researchers who publish regularly in leading international journals and leaders in business who are happy to share their insights will be teaching you: the perfect combination for a successful global career.

Choose the International Economics programme at Erasmus School of Economics for:

  • A deep understanding of economic forces and the impact of globalisation on goods and factor markets
  • Experienced, yet dynamic and passionate faculty members
  • Small-scale lectures and seminars with the active participation of students
  • A balanced curriculum of empirical as well as theoretical courses that bring students to the frontier of research in international economics
  • The opportunity to tailor your programme by choosing courses outside your own master's.

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