Program Overview
Skills acquired in this master program
- Solid command of quantitative economics
- Expertise in a wide range of specializations in different fields of economics
- Competence in both theoretical and empirical approaches, from foundation to applications and policy
- Facility with the tools necessary to successfully pursue a top PhD in economics
Course offerings and syllabus
Program faculty
- Graduates in economics, mathematics or engineering
- Aspiring PhD students looking for a rigorous master program in economics
- Junior economic analysts looking for a postgraduate degree with advanced tools in quantitative economics
Yes, the Economics master is specially designed to prepare students to entry into competitive PhD programs. Some of them join the Barcelona GSE's reference doctoral programs (GPEFM at Universitat Pompeu Fabra and IDEA at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona). Others enter top programs elsewhere in Europe or the United States. Read more about GSE alumni doctoral study
- Authorities and Government Agencies
- International Organizations
- Research Institutions
- Banking Industry
- Economic Consulting Firms
Program details and structure
Language of instruction: English
Structure: 9 months (3 trimesters), full time
Tuition: 12,000 €
Campus: Ciutadella (UPF)
Degree awarded: Master Degree in Economics and Finance (awarded jointly with UPF)
All Barcelona GSE master degrees have been recognized by the Catalan and Spanish Education authorithies within the framework of the Bologna Process (in Spanish, “Master Universitario o Master Oficial”).
Full program description
Remarks from Prof. Massimo Motta, Dean of the Barcelona GSE
"The Barcelona GSE master programs provide an ideal stepping stone for entry into a competitive doctoral program, as well as robust training for top jobs in economics and finance-related professions."
Dean's Remarks
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