MSc in Economics
Siena, Italy
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* the amount for each international student is based on the student’s country of origin and the course chosen
Key Summary
About: The MSc in Economics is designed to equip students with essential economic theory and quantitative methods over the span of one year.
This program emphasizes analytical skills and practical applications, preparing graduates for real-world challenges in economics and related fields.
The coursework includes modules on microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, with opportunities to tailor learning according to individual interests.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, including roles as economic analysts, policy advisors, financial consultants, and researchers in both private and public sectors.
The program provides a strong foundation for further studies such as PhDs or various professional qualifications.
The command of knowledge, tools, and techniques of analysis acquired in this programme allows both the continuation of studies to start a career as an economist, and employment as an economic analyst or with functions of responsibility in companies, banks and public and private institutions, and international organisations.
The LM draws on the disciplinary skills available in the Department of Economia Politica e Statistica, with its long tradition of research and teaching at the graduate level (the Department has been running a renowned doctoral program in Economics for decades).
Double Degree option: Philipps-Universität Marburg (Germany); University of Ljubljana (Slovenia)
The Laurea Magistrale in Economics provides advanced education in economics, entirely conducted in English. This programme is designed to meet the highest international standards, offering a level of study comparable to that of an MSc in Economics in the global academic arena. Graduates acquire a solid command of economic knowledge, analytical tools, and research techniques, enabling them to pursue further studies or embark on professional careers as economic analysts, policy advisors, or professionals in private companies, banks, public and private institutions, and international organisations.
The programme is rooted in the expertise of the Department of Economia Politica e Statistica, renowned for its long-standing tradition of research and teaching at the graduate level, including a highly regarded doctoral programme in Economics.
Objectives
The Laurea Magistrale in Economics aims to provide students with the theoretical and practical skills required to analyse and interpret complex microeconomic and macroeconomic phenomena. Distinguished by a strong emphasis on internationalisation and theoretical pluralism, the programme fosters a comprehensive understanding of economic processes in a global context. The exclusive use of English not only enhances linguistic proficiency but also facilitates immersion into the methodologies employed by international research institutions and organisations operating in highly globalised environments.
Programme Structure
The first year of the programme is dedicated to the consolidation of foundational knowledge in economics and quantitative methods, with a focus on mathematics, statistics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. These courses provide students with the essential analytical tools required for advanced economic study and research.
In the second year, students have the opportunity to specialise by selecting courses aligned with their academic and professional interests. The curriculum includes advanced topics in the principal fields of economics and incorporates complementary subjects such as economic history, law, management, and finance, ensuring a well-rounded academic preparation.
International Opportunities
The programme offers extensive international opportunities, including access to a broad range of Erasmus exchange agreements and double-degree programmes. Currently, double-degree partnerships are in place with the University of Ljubljana and with the University of Marburg in Germany. These international initiatives provide students with invaluable exposure to diverse academic environments and equip them with the skills necessary to thrive in an interconnected global economy.
Several scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for information.
Graduates of the Master’s Degree in Economics are well-equipped for roles requiring advanced analytical skills, strategic thinking, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Career opportunities span a wide range of sectors, including government agencies, international organizations, public and private companies, banks, financial institutions, professional associations, and trade unions.
The programme’s emphasis on versatility and the economic impact of strategic decision-making prepares graduates for positions of responsibility in these diverse contexts. Additionally, the rigorous training provided makes this programme an excellent foundation for those seeking to pursue doctoral studies in economics.
In addition to in-presence teaching, which continues to be the preferred method also in the next Academic Year, every single lesson will be simultaneously live-streamed and/or video-recorded and uploaded on our digital platform for subsequent viewing. This mode is essential for students who are temporarily unable to be on-premises.