462 Economics Masters Degree Programs

The Master of Social Sciences in Economics is a full-time programme over a period of two years. It is based on both coursework and project report. In the first year, students are required to take eight courses, of which four are compulsory, and of which the remaining four are chosen from a list of elective courses.

The MSc in Economics (ME) is an advanced program offered by the Faculty of Economics at the Università della Svizzera Italiana. The MSc in Economics (ME) is an advanced programme offered by the Faculty of Economics at the Università della Svizzera italiana. The goal of the Master is to teach students how to analyze economic problems at the national as well as international level and how to identify the most appropriate policy instruments. In a cordial environment and in close interaction with the Faculty, the students will be equipped with the quantitative methods and the analytical tools necessary for a successful career as a professional economist in the private or public sector. To optimally prepare for different career paths, the students have the option to acquire additional programming skills (minor in data science) or additional tools relevant for public policy analysis (minor in public policy). The master will also drive interested students into a Ph.D program.

The online Master of Arts in Economics , Applied Economics specialization from American University brings you real-world analysis from today’s most relevant scholars, research institutes, and international organizations online, anytime. It puts you at the forefront of economic debates locally and globally. The M.A. in Economics utilizes state-of-the-art statistical software to help you master economic research methods and policy analysis.

The Economics Department offers three terminal master’s programs, MS in Quantitative Economics, MA in Global Development Economics, and MS in Economic Policy & Practice, that equip its graduates with the advanced knowledge and quantitative skills required for a successful career in consulting, politics, international relations, and governance.

This MSc in Economics aims to provide: (i) advanced knowledge in the field of economic theory; (ii) methodologies and techniques needed to the analysis and research in the fields of theoretical and applied economics; (iii) adequate instruments to pursuing the study of economics at the PhD level (this MSc gives direct access to the doctoral program in Economics at ISEG).

The Laurea Magistrale in Economics, held entirely in English, provides an advanced level of education in economics. The course structure and level of study of the LM correspond to what is offered in the international academic arena as part of an MSc in Economics course.

This degree program is not only to let students understand modern economics frameworks, but also to equip them with analytical tools in economics.

The Master in Economics provides students with a working knowledge of the main tools of quantitative economics. It is directed to graduates in economics, mathematics, and engineering, as well as to graduates in social sciences with a taste for rigorous analysis. The program prepares students to pursue a professional specialization in one of the different fields of economics, leading to a career in government agencies, international organizations, or the private sector. It serves as well as a first step to students who plan to pursue a research career by enrolling into a Ph.D. program in economics. 

Master’s Programme in Economics at the University of Helsinki provides demanding, high-quality education in the field of economics. Oriented towards social sciences, the two study tracks of the program prepare students for demanding expert occupations or equip them with the capability to pursue a Doctoral Degree in Economics.

The Program offers research training equivalent to training in the first two years of PhD Programs at top US economics faculties. This implies a first year of rigorous and common training in core subjects of economics, econometrics, and finance at a high level that can only be managed by a selected group of students. In the second year, students specialise in their choice from among the institute’s many fields of research through field coursework and research master thesis research.

Why a Masters in Economics?

The Master of Economics provides you with the training and knowledge for a wide range of careers and focuses on advanced coursework in economics and data analysis – critical skills in today’s workforce.

Economics Engineering studies are designed to prepare for a broad range of economic and management activities of today's globalized economics new demands and challenges. Students will aquirecomprehensive knowledge in economics and risk engineering, will learn to solve various risk assessment and management-related problems.

Our MSc Economics and Finance programme is designed to enrich your expertise and understanding of various aspects in the fields of economics and finance. This course gives you the skills and knowledge in a range of economics and finance issues and methods.

The Master of Economics program is offered online via distance learning. After evaluating both academic record and life experience, AIU staff working in conjunction with Faculty and Academic Advisors will assist students in setting up a custom-made program, designed on an individual basis. This flexibility to meet student needs is seldom found in other distance learning programs.

This track will give students with a background in economics a deeper understanding of the economic and quantitative tools applied to the field of financial economics.

The Master in Economics at FEP (University of Porto) is an MSc programme, targeted at students who wish to expand their basic training in economics (particularly pre-experience economics, finance and management graduates) by improving their skills in a range of economic analysis tools. A rigorous organisation and teaching of the course units, combined with a flexible study plan, allow core knowledge to be deepened.

MSc in Economics provides students with solid training in Economics emphasizing rigorous analytical thinking and advanced quantitative methods, taught by faculty members who are internationally recognized economists. During the first year, students study the foundations of economics and quantitative analysis, whereas the second year is devoted to field courses that will expose them to recent developments at the frontier of economic research in a variety of topics.