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The M.Sc. International Economics and Business programme imparts in-depth expertise, skills and research methodology in micro- and macroeconomic theory as well as empirical economics with a focus on Global Economy, International Trade and Finance, and Governance, Institutions and Development. The methodological competences, while geared primarily to economic analysis, are enriched with business administration-specific elements. This degree programme is taught entirely in English.
Features
Focus on economics modules
Strong involvement of empirical research (laboratory and field experiments as well as secondary data analysis)
Includes selected modules on business administration and econometrics
Interdisciplinary modules count towards the degree
Excellent staff-student ratio due to small learning groups (about 20 to 30 students each year)
Combines theory and practice
Excellent results in the CHE Ranking (the university rankings scheme for the German-speaking world)
Numerous global university partnerships
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The M.Sc. International Economics and Business programme imparts in-depth expertise, skills and research methodology in micro- and macroeconomic theory as well as empirical economics with a focus on Global Economy, International Trade and Finance, and Governance, Institutions and Development. The methodological competences, while geared primarily to economic analysis, are enriched with business administration-specific elements. This degree programme is taught entirely in English.
Features
Focus on economics modules
Strong involvement of empirical research (laboratory and field experiments as well as secondary data analysis)
Includes selected modules on business administration and econometrics
Interdisciplinary modules count towards the degree
Excellent staff-student ratio due to small learning groups (about 20 to 30 students each year)
Combines theory and practice
Excellent results in the CHE Ranking (the university rankings scheme for the German-speaking world)
Numerous global university partnerships
Admission Requirements
To apply, you must possess a strong undergraduate degree, particularly excelling in economics and quantitative methods. Specifically, your degree should include at least 35 ECTS credits in economics (gained in subjects such as microeconomics, macroeconomics and/or economic policy) and at least 15 ECTS credits in mathematics and statistics. Grades in these subjects should be notably high to strengthen your application. Beyond this, there are no specific requirements on the content of your first degree programme. If the evaluation of your submitted documents is positive, you will be invited for an aptitude test consisting of a written exam and an interview. The test can be taken in person or via a video conference.
24 Months
Oct
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International Economics and Business
Passau campus (DE), Passau, Germany
24 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Features
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Features
Admission Requirements
If the evaluation of your submitted documents is positive, you will be invited for an aptitude test consisting of a written exam and an interview. The test can be taken in person or via a video conference.
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