MSc in Econometrics and Management Science with a Specialisation in Econometrics whether you wish to examine to what extent government policies affect individual decision-making, how to model and predict economic recessions, or estimate the probability of a total failure of the Dutch power network, this program will help you to do so. It will not only provide you with in-depth knowledge of econometric theory but will also perfect your skills to use advanced quantitative methods and techniques, perform empirical econometric analysis, and develop and apply new models.

Do you have strong mathematical and statistical skills and do you want to put them to use in the world of finance? Are you ambitious to safeguard our society by maintaining the stability of the financial system, or are you eager to be involved in investment decisions on asset allocation while balancing profits, risk, and sustainable goals? The Quantitative Finance program covers all main areas in finance and focuses on the econometric methods and skills that provide crucial quantitative support in financial decision-making processes.

The Program offers research training equivalent to training in the first two years of PhD Programs at top US economics faculties. This implies a first year of rigorous and common training in core subjects of economics, econometrics, and finance at a high level that can only be managed by a selected group of students. In the second year, students specialise in their choice from among the institute’s many fields of research through field coursework and research master thesis research.

The need for quantitative support to optimize operational and strategic decision-making continues to increase. The Business Analytics and Quantitative Marketing program focuses on the most creative side of data science: developing models and techniques to convert big data into knowledge, find opportunities, and predict behavior. Such models and techniques originate from statistics, econometrics, machine learning, or computer science.

This program trains you in the field of Analytics and Operations Research where advanced quantitative methods are used and developed to aid better decision-making. You also learn how to apply the skills and knowledge in multiple application areas such as Logistics where the goal is to optimally design, plan, and control logistics systems.

This MSc in Economics and Business - Specialisation in Economics of Sustainability introduces students to what sustainable development is and how economic systems can both support and hinder the Sustainable Development Goals. It is unique because it offers a multi-perspective approach and combines scientific and practical knowledge. By combining the expertise of many Erasmus School of Economics’ high-level researchers, representing a wide set of economic specializations, the school provides you with the knowledge and skills to understand the complexity behind the SDGs.

The MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Urban, Port & Transport Economics State-of-the-art transport, logistics, and modern cities are essential for a well-functioning economy. The Urban, Port, and Transport Economics program focuses on how to optimize these key elements of modern society. Our lecturers are actively involved in the latest developments in international economic research, consultancy, and advice.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Policy Economics problems are everywhere. Think of the financial crisis in 2008, the euro crisis that erupted in 2010, and the coronavirus crisis of 2020. Think also of population ageing which causes large increases in spending on healthcare and pensions. Global warming may threaten future life on Earth. And income inequality is increasing almost everywhere in the Western world due to globalisation and technological changes.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Marketing of our academic master's program focuses on three pivotal areas (marketing management, customer experience, and customer insights), forging a pathway that is different from other marketing programs. Our specialization in these areas arises from the fundamental recognition that the relationship among them serves as the cornerstone for achieving and sustaining a strong market presence. Therefore, we hone in on these areas with a razor-sharp focus.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in International Economics program offers you a comprehensive selection of topical global economics issues. You will explore and analyze the progressive integration of international goods, labor, and capital markets and the decline in the national barriers that separated them in the past. You also address the effects that the increased interdependence of economies has on governments, firms, their managers, and employees. In short, you are guided to the frontiers of international economics research in both theory and practice.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Strategy Economics recognizes that economies constantly change, driven by technological innovations and shifting customer preferences for example. It acknowledges that innovation and strategic firm decisions are imperative to this dynamic process of transformation of world industry. You will focus on how entrepreneurs, firms, and policymakers can initiate and benefit from economic changes.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Health Economics is a major sector of a modern economy, accounting for 10-18% of GDP in high-income countries. Advances in medical technology generate substantial improvements in population health but also create major economic and social challenges. Healthcare costs are rising rapidly. Population aging both increases the need for health care and reduces the fraction of people working to pay for it. Health inequalities remain stubbornly high and further reduce productivity.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Financial Economics in one of the three tracks - Corporate Finance, Investments, or Financial Innovation - you will acquire a deep and systematic knowledge of the driving forces behind companies, markets, and economies. You learn to analyze and explain complex financial and business problems, including setting up and executing a scientifically sound research project based on a financial problem of your own choice. In the process, you learn how to effectively communicate and how to be critical, self-directed, and original in your approach.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Economics of Markets and Organisations develops your analytical skills and provides you with a solid foundation of theories, empirical evidence, and facts on the functioning and performance of organizations and markets. The expertise and skills you acquire in this program are sought after for key positions in both private and public organizations.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Data Science and Marketing Analytics combines theory and practice from computer science, marketing, economics, and statistics in such a way that the potential of Big Data and AI can be used successfully to create greater value for consumers and firms. It offers our students a thorough understanding and knowledge of a wide range of techniques that can all handle the large and heterogeneous data sources that are prevalent in many modern business settings.