Master in
Economics

The Master in Economics is based on deep understanding of modern economics and econometrics building on the strength of the faculty. We will provide our students with skills that are marketable in academia as well as in international organizations, private and public companies. The program will focus on providing the most advanced tools in core micro/macro economics, and econometrics; at the same time the students will have a choice of focused and exciting electives, and could also specialize in econometrics.  

POSSIBLE ORIENTATION IN:

  • Econometrics

Programme length

1.5 years (3 semesters)

Language of instruction

English

Conditions of registration

www.unige.ch/conditions/MA

Admission Conditions

www.unige.ch/gsem/en/programs/masters/admissions

Applications

Deadline: 28 February 2024

www.unige.ch/enrolment

Master in Economics

3 semesters (max. 5 semesters) | 90 ECTS credits
Core courses (30 credits):

Applied Economics Workshop; Econometrics; Macroeconomics I; Microeconomics I; Microeconomics II

Elective courses (36 credits):

Advanced Econometrics; Applied Bayesian Statistics; Data-Driven Impact Evaluation; Development Economics; Environmental Economics and Climate Change; Institutional Project; International Macroeconomics; International Trade; Labor Economics; Machine Learning; Macroeconomics A; Modern Flexible Regression; Regional Disparities and Urban Economics; The Statistical Analysis of Time Series

Available concentration in «Econometrics»:

Advanced Econometrics; Data-Driven Impact Evaluation; Machine Learning; The Statistical Analysis of Time Series

Master Thesis (24 credits)
A complementary programme may be requested from students during the first year (max. 30 credits).

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Master's Sheet :
Economics

Mobility

Master students at the GSEM may go for on exchange from their 3rd semester, for one semester maximum. They may earn up to 30 credits while on exchange.

www.unige.ch/exchange

Professional Prospects

Master in Economics leads to professional opportunities in many sectors, both in Switzerland and abroad, in: 

  • Private companies
  • Public institutions
  • Monetary, banking and insurance sectors
  • Economic and econometric research institutions 
  • Organisations internationales (IFC, ILO, HCR)
  • Healthcare, national insurance, etc.

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