Curriculum  

The curriculum of the Applied Economic Analysis and International Economics specializations is designed so that you acquire a deep knowledge in the respective core fields, while at the same time allowing a lot of flexibility to design a personal curriculum that broadens the perspective.

Year 1
During the first semester the focus is on the theory and empirical methods of economics. The courses are designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of state-of-the-art models and techniques used in economic analysis.

• Mathematics for Economists
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Econometrics

In the second semester, focus shifts to applications and extensions. This part builds on the skills acquired during the first semester, and broadens and deepens the students’ knowledge of economics. Students choose between two specializations; Applied Economic Analysis or International Economics.

Students specializing in International Economics take the following four courses

• International Trade
• Development Policy
• Emerging Markets
• The Chinese challenge in the 21st century

Year 2
During the second year of the Master program is devoted to taking more courses (30 ECTS) and thesis writing (30 ECTS). Students have many choices about what course to take. They can continue taking courses in economics, but can also take courses in Finance or Business Administration.
Students specializing in International Economics are required to study one semester abroad through the SSE student exchange.