This program offers an in-depth study of both finance and economics. Finance is a conceptual framework that combines corporate finance, investment and financial institutions, showing how businesses should be managed to increase wealth. On the other hand, economics adjusts the concepts and tools of economic analysis to a wide variety of situations. It covers economics from its earliest intellectual contributions to the evolution of contemporary economic philosophy. A thesis for this program should be designed from a decision-making perspective to address practical, real-world financial-economic problems that executives face every day.

Master in Economics and Finance (MEF) is a two-year English-language Master's degree program that aims to give students a thorough understanding of theoretical and applied economics and finance. Emphasis is put on developing strong analytical skills that will allow our graduates to solve complex economic problems in various areas. Applicants must have a solid background in Mathematics and a good command of English. Courses are taught both by faculty members of the Institute of Economic Studies (IES) and external professionals from international institutions, central banks, and the financial industry. Graduates typically assume challenging positions in banking, consulting, investment funds, international financial institutions, or they pursue an academic career at respected international universities. Compulsory courses introduce students to advanced topics in macroeconomics, microeconomics, and econometrics. Elective courses cover a wide range of areas in economics and finance and let students specialize in the field of their interest. The topics include applied economics and economic policy (e.g. monetary economics, international macroeconomics, antitrust economics, public economics, health economics, environmental economics, development economics, energy economics, and economics of the EU), banking and finance (banking, financial markets, corporate finance, asset pricing, company valuation, real estate investment, bank asset, and liability management, and financial regulation)), and advanced empirical methods (e.g. macroeconometrics, applied microeconometrics, financial econometrics, data science, and DSGE modeling).

The Finance and Economics (MEF) study program is designed to provide students with a solid background through the development of topics of economic theory, analysis of financial markets and the theory of decision-making. Students will all follow the compulsory courses during the first year while specialising either in quantitative finance or quantitative economics during their second year. The whole programme is taught in English.

The field of finance is constantly evolving, shaped by complex economic dynamics, technological innovations, and growing societal challenges. Our Master of Science in Banking and Finance aims to prepare students to navigate this evolving landscape by providing a comprehensive and flexible education.

MSc Economics and Finance for Development course will provide you with a systematic understanding of economic approaches to development and in particular, the role of finance and financial institutions. Students will be able to evaluate the merits of the various mechanisms of financing development and to understand the basis for financial policy.

The Master’s programme in Economics and Finance offers a strong theoretical and analytical foundation in finance and economics. Covering key areas such as economic theory, policy, and quantitative methods, it provides a critical perspective on global markets, preparing students to tackle complex challenges and drive growth strategies.

The Master in Economics - Professional Focus - ECON2MS/G (Finalité spécialisée) is a high-quality program designed to offer training to pursue a high-level professional career by integrating a large set of subjects in economics. It provides the needed skills and tools to become a “problem solver” by understanding economic analysis and its applications to real-life situations.

New financial paradigms are emerging. With shifts in regulations and ethical thinking, the ability to understand and decipher the increasing complexity of the world of finance is more important than ever before. As an applied branch of economics, this program explores challenging technical theory and a wide range of topics, including asset pricing, portfolio management, derivative securities, and blockchain fundamentals. From it to the future of finance, students will gain a balanced understanding of one of the most crucial aspects of the business.

The Master in Applied Economics is an academic proposal from the Faculty of Business Sciences of the Universidad Austral that seeks to train professionals with a solid academic and professional base, capable of diagnosing, evaluating and solving economic problems.

New financial paradigms are emerging. With recent regulations and a shift in ethical thinking, the ability to understand and decipher the ever-growing complexity of the world of finance is a quality that is more important than ever before. As an applied branch of economics, this program explores challenging technical theory and a wide range of topics, including asset pricing, portfolio management, derivative securities and blockchain fundamentals. From its future of finance, you will gain a balanced understanding of one of the most crucial aspects of the business.

The MSc in Finance and Economics provides advanced training in the theoretical tools and empirical techniques for economics and finance, preparing students for a professional career in international banking, the finance industry, and governmental agencies.

Bristol is in the top 5 UK universities for research (REF 2021) and our MSc in Economics and Finance incorporates the latest economics research that has a direct impact on policy and practice. You will be joining an academic community that is international, forward-thinking, collaborative, and committed to helping all our students reach their full potential.

Bristol is in the top 5 UK universities for research (REF 2021) and our MSc in Economics, Finance and Management incorporates the latest economics research – research that has a direct impact on policy and practice. You will be joining an academic community that is international, forward-thinking, collaborative, and committed to helping all our students reach their full potential.

The Master in Finance expands your knowledge in the areas of accounting, taxation, financial law, controlling, and financial rating and trains you to become an expert in financial management. The program will sensitize you to current finance-related topics, enabling you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the interrelations between financial markets.

Our MSc Finance (Investment & Asset Management) is a one-year program that will provide you with a broad range of theoretical, technical, and professional skills required to develop a career in international finance. Our graduates have excellent prospects and take on roles such as investment manager, financial consultant, investment consultant, trader, risk manager, quantitative analyst, and portfolio construction analyst with Irish and international financial institutions.