Maastricht University, School of Business and Economics Bachelor in Econometrics & Operations Research
Maastricht University, School of Business and Economics

Maastricht University, School of Business and Economics

Bachelor in Econometrics & Operations Research

Maastricht, Netherlands

Bachelor's degree

3 years

English

Full time

01 Apr 2026*

Sep 2026

EUR 32,000 / per year **

On-Campus

* for non-EU/EEA | May 1 for EU/EEA

** institutional fees top; low - EUR 13,000 per year; high - EUR 18,300 per year | statutory fees: EUR 2.601 per year

Key Summary

    About : The Bachelor in Econometrics & Operations Research offers an in-depth understanding of economic theories and quantitative methods. This program focuses on mathematical modeling, data analysis, and optimization techniques, providing a solid foundation for various applications in economics and operations research. Students will engage in practical projects and research opportunities to sharpen their analytical skills and decision-making abilities over the course duration.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can explore career paths in sectors such as finance, consulting, data analysis, and public policy. Job roles may include economic analyst, operations researcher, data scientist, and financial consultant. This program also prepares students for further studies, including master's and PhD programs.

Are you an analytically-minded student with talent for simplifying complex problems? Do you like to predict trends, solve problems, and streamline businesses and organisations? Then you should consider a bachelor’s in Econometrics & Operations Research. This programme combines economics and computer science with management and statistical techniques to create an indispensable, in-demand skillset that companies around the world are seeking.

This high demand is reinforced by the programme’s international orientation and its integrated semester abroad. Plus, you’ll be studying at one of the best business schools in the world, the ‘Triple-Crown’ accredited School of Business and Economics at Maastricht University. What more could you ask for?

Why this programme?

Econometricians use their mathematical and statistical expertise to sift through mountains of economic data in order to find trends. This ability has an enormous number of applications for business, government and research throughout the world, including:

  • making companies run smoothly
  • increasing profit sustainably
  • predicting financial trends
  • understanding how people’s behaviour affects the market
  • dealing with wider economic issues and crises

All of these practical applications make Economics and Operations Research a booming field with huge prospects for graduates. The School of Business and Economics not only helps you become a well-trained econometrician, but we also immerse you in an interpersonal, intercultural and international setting that gives you an extra edge in an increasingly globalised world.

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