Overview

The programme combines in-depth knowledge in the areas of economics and finance with state-of-the-art quantitative methods, which makes it unique in Switzerland.

The Quantitative Economics and Finance programme at the University of St. Gallen (HSG) trains students to analyse and solve challenging problems in economic policy, finance and the world of business. Small class sizes ensure inspiring discussions and close contact to the research-oriented faculty.

The programme is an excellent basis for moving on to responsible positions in the private sector or policy institutions as well as for highly selective Ph.D. programmes worldwide.

Learning Objectives

You develop a deep understanding of economics and finance theories.

You gain strong methodological competences with distinctive skills in econometrics, quantitative methods and machine learning.

MiQE/F prepares you for economics in the “digital age”. You will be able to handle, analyse and interpret large data sets with different tools and programmes.

You know how to apply your diverse skill-set to analyse data and solve complex and challenging real-world problems.

In addition, your management and communication skills are trained.

Careers

As a MiQE/F graduate you bridge the gap between mathematicians and economists. Policy and financial institutions as well as the private sector are increasingly confronted with complex problems requiring confident application of methods as well as a deep understanding of economic processes and the finance sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Macroeconomics: Asset Prices, Fluctuations and Unemployment

Advanced Microeconomics : Incentive Theory

Theory of Finance

Mathematics

Statistics

Data Analysis

Quantitative Risk Management

Asset Pricing

Big Data Analytics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. Gallen, Switzerland

Disciplines

Economics Finance Machine Learning View 34 other Masters in Finance in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

160 _(verbal)

GMAT

650

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

If you have one of the following degrees, then you can apply directly for the Master's program:

University Bachelor's degree in a similar subject
A degree is considered to be similar if at least 30 ECTS credit points have been awarded in law subjects.
Consecutive university Master's degree
Bachelor's and Master's Degree programs must have been completed in the same discipline (consecutively) and amount to at least 270 ECTS credit points together. You must provide evidence that you have taken 30 ECTS credit points in law subjects over the entire course.

The following criteria will be assessed in the selection process:

average grade
study qualification test (optional)
university and curriculum of the degree program
extracurricular activities an
written and an oral examination before being admitted
intercultural mobility
letter of motivation

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

6658 CHF / year

≈ 6658 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

2858 CHF / year

≈ 2858 CHF / year

Living costs

Sankt Gallen

Switzerland

1540 - 2130 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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