Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The highly practical focus of the Barcelona School of Economics Master's Program in Competition, Regulation and Markets ensures that graduates have both an advanced understanding of the interaction between theory and practice as well as the qualifications necessary for solid placement in the field. The program presents students with a learning progression, starting from the basic necessary conceptual frameworks and economic tools, and then introducing core issues in Competition Policy and Market Regulation with the help of leading specialists in each field. Students themselves will examine real-world competition policy cases and demonstrate how regulation works across specific industries such as digital markets, energy, and telecommunications, and will design and conduct an independent master's project in their domain.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The highly practical focus of the Barcelona School of Economics Master's Program in Competition, Regulation and Markets ensures that graduates have both an advanced understanding of the interaction between theory and practice as well as the qualifications necessary for solid placement in the field. The program presents students with a learning progression, starting from the basic necessary conceptual frameworks and economic tools, and then introducing core issues in Competition Policy and Market Regulation with the help of leading specialists in each field. Students themselves will examine real-world competition policy cases and demonstrate how regulation works across specific industries such as digital markets, energy, and telecommunications, and will design and conduct an independent master's project in their domain.

Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.5+

Duolingo English Test

120+

TOEFL

90+

An undergraduate/bachelor/grado/laurea, or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university (for Bologna degrees, a minimum of 180 ECTS are required). A typical applicant holds a university diploma in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Business Administration, but students with academic backgrounds in other subjects have also been admitted.
An advanced level of English language skills: TOEFL score of 90 or better / IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 or better.
PhD Track Program only: GRE General Test score (for all other programs, GRE is optional but highlight recommended).

Note that the fulfillment of the application requirements does not guarantee admission. Candidates will also be evaluated on the following admission criteria:

Outstanding academic record
Quantitative skills
Reference letters

Application Deadline

01 Jul 2027

Program Duration

9 Months

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

18,500 EUR

Domestic (Out of State)

Starts from

18,500 EUR

International

Starts from

18,500 EUR

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