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Master in Economics : Econometrics

Master in Economics : Econometrics

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  • Programme title
    Master in Economics : Econometrics
  • Programme mnemonic
    MA-ECOE
  • Programme organised by
    • Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management
  • Degree type
    Master 120 credits
  • Tier
    2nd cycle
  • Field and branch of study
    Human and social sciences/Economics and business management
  • Schedule type
    Daytime
  • Languages of instruction
    english
  • Theoretical programme duration
    2 years
  • Campus
    Solbosch
  • Category / Topic
    Economics and business management - Economics
  • Jury President
    Luca Paolo Merlino
  • Jury Secretary
    Mattia Nardotto

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Degree type

Master 120 credits

Theoretical programme duration

2 years

Learning language(s)

english

Schedule type

Daytime

Campus

Solbosch

Category(ies) - Topic(s)

Economics and business management - Economics

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Presentation

The research-oriented Masters in Economics and in Economics and Statistics provide students with the theoretical and statistical tools required to pursue advanced analysis and research in economics.

This programme is offered in two versions:

  • The research-oriented Master in Economics provides general training in all areas of economics

  • The research-oriented Master in Economics and Statistics offers students the possibility to specialise in topics at the intersection between economics and statistics.

Teaching methods are based on a demanding system that combines theoretical and quantitative training content. The first-year of the programme is preceded by a ‘Maths Camp’ whose purpose is to bring all future students of the Master to the same high level of mathematical skills required for advanced coursework in economics. Students can then follow advanced courses in economics (macroeconomics, microeconomics, and econometrics), supplemented by a rich array of field courses covering virtually all the main branches of economics.

The Solvay Brussels School assets

  • A location at the heart of Europe, within a comprehensive research university: the Université Libre de Bruxelles.

  • An international faculty with a staff of high-level researchers and accomplished practitioners, who work together to ensure that the training they provide is both relevant for business and policy practice and corresponds to the state of art.

  • A tradition of rigorous and demanding curricula based on solid multidisciplinary and analytical training, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • A diversity of teaching methods that are constantly revised to ensure teaching effectiveness.

  • A diverse and international student body (up to 80% in some Master programmes).

  • A comprehensive educational offering covering economics and business from the bachelor to in-company training.

  • Accreditation from EQUIS (European Foundation for Management Development) and AMBA (Association of Masters of Business Administration). AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation is underway.

Access conditions

Programme

Both variants of the Master consist of a common core of required courses, and a series of elective courses; they also both require the writing of a master’s thesis.

The research-oriented Master in Economics offers two specialisation tracks:

  • Advanced Methods

  • Topics in Economics

The research-oriented Master in Economics and Statistics offers two specialisation tracks:

  • Economics

  • Statistics

What's next ?

Prospects

Most graduates of the research-oriented Master programmes start a PhD. in economics, either at ECARES (European Centre for Advanced Research in Economics and Statistics) or abroad. The highly stimulating and demanding doctoral programme at ECARES leads to a variety of job opportunities, including:

  • Researcher or assistant professor in a research institute or a university (London School of Economics, Boston University, Oxford University, Central European University, etc.)

  • Economist in international institutions (OECD, European Commission, World Bank, European Central Bank, etc.)

  • Specialised consultant (Compass-Lexecon, Charles River Associates, OXERA, etc.)

  • Finance professional

Notable alumni include:

  • Marianne Bertrand, Professor of Economics, University of Chicago, Booth School of Business

  • Natalie Chen, Professor of Economics, University of Warwick

  • Elisabetta Cornago, Environmental Economist, OECD - PhD candidate in Economics at ECARES, ULB

  • Pénélope Papandropoulos, Coordinator State Aid in Chief Economist Team of DG Competition – European Commission

  • Christophe Soil, CEO, Brussels Planning Bureau