Overview
This programme offers a unique curriculum focused on modern empirical methods essential for policy evaluation and strategic decision-making in both business and public administration. The core curriculum balances applied and theoretical modules, providing you with the skills to model individual choices and market dynamics, and to utilise statistical, econometric, and programming tools for analysing datasets of varying sizes.
The Economics programme at Masaryk University helps you to further develop your expertise by selecting a thesis topic and supervisor aligned with your interests. Whether you aspire to become a data expert evaluating public policies or business decisions or seek to gain insights into collecting your own data, our programme provides comprehensive guidance on survey and economic experiment preparation and evaluation to support your ambitions. Those interested in transportation can explore a diverse range of applied transportation topics, while others may choose to engage in creating and identifying macroeconomic models.
Our friendly and accessible instructors lead most courses in small groups, fostering ample discussion opportunities. The school also provides a dynamic research environment with bonus lectures, seminars, and opportunities for research contributions.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme have diverse career opportunities. You will be well-prepared for analytical and research positions in ministries, research institutions, or large transport companies. Your skills in data-driven decision-making will be highly valued by companies across various sectors.
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1st Semester
- Microeconomics 2
- Presentation Skills for Foreign Students
- Seminar in Microeconomics
- Transport Economics
2nd Semester
- Academic Writing
- Diploma Thesis Assignment
- Econometrics
- Macroeconomics 2
- Seminar in Macroeconomics
- European Rail Policy
- Introduction to Experimental and Behavioral Economics
- Labour Economics
3rd Semester
- Behavioral Economics
- Diploma Seminar 1
- AI in Finance
- Applied Financial Econometrics
- Transport Investment Appraisal
4th Semester
- Diploma Seminar 2
- Industrial Organization
- Labour Market and Employment Policy
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We have two admission cycles per academic year: the September intake runs from December 15 to April 30, and the February intake runs from June 15 to October 30.
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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General requirements
- English Language Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency with recognized certificates (TOEFL, IELTS, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, PTE Academic, or the Scio online English test). Exemptions for English-educated applicants from specific countries, detailed below. No other certificates accepted.
- Academic Competence: Demonstrate your academic readiness with GRE, GMAT, EA (recommended for applicants with 5+ years of professional experience), or the Scio online GAP test.
- Previous Study Results: Submit your diploma and transcript to verify your eligibility for our master’s programme in Czechia.
- CV: Your CV helps us understand your background and aspirations in the context of our programmes.
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95000 CZK/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 95000 CZK per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Brno
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Masaryk University Scholarships:
- Compatriots' Scholarship: circa 4,100 EUR annually for students with Czech roots.
- Newcomers' Scholarship: circa 4,100 EUR for students from specified countries in programs taught in languages other than Czech.
- Accommodation Grant.
Other Scholarship Opportunities:
- Czech Government Scholarships: For students from specific countries. Details on the Ministry of Education's website. Next call: July 2024.
- International Visegrad Fund: For Master's and post-Master's students from Visegrad countries and others. Apply by April 15.
- Federal Student Aid: For students from the USA.
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