Econometrics & Management Science (Econometrics): Erasmus University Rotterdam

Introduction

The Master's specialisation in Econometrics is suitable for talented and motivated students with an interest in studying macroeconomic and microeconomic problems from a quantitative point of view. Given the quantitative nature of this Master’s programme, students are expected to have a strong interest in, and prior knowledge of statistics, mathematics, and econometrics.

This Master’s specialisation is aimed at teaching econometric theory and quantitative skills to perform empirical econometric analysis. The goal is to provide high-quality academic training to enable graduates to pursue careers in business and government, or to excel in science.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Master’s specialisation in Econometrics have excellent job prospects in diverse fields. They find careers in business, government, international economic organisations and academia. Students who perform well in their careers achieve top-positions at leading industrial firms and banks or at national and international organisations. Graduates of the Master's programme in Econometrics are also well-qualified to pursue a PhD degree and become successful researchers in academia.