Overview
The Econometrics and Operations Research MSc programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam opens a window to a complicated world that provides insights on which people, businesses and governments base their decisions.
Econometrics is the science and art of using statistical methods to analyze financial, marketing and economic data, nowadays often Big Data.
Operations Research is the science and art of making better decisions in economics, management and finance using mathematical methods.
There are eight specialisations:
- Climate Econometrics
- Econometric Theory
- Econometrics and Data Science
- Financial Econometrics
- Financial Engineering
- Marketing Data Science
- Operations Research Theory
- Quantitative Economics
- Supply Chain Management
Promotion alumni sessions Master’s day
During the Master’s day, you can also meet our (international) alumni during several workshops. In these sessions they will tell you more about career opportunities after finishing your Master’s degree.
Programme Structure
Specialisations:
- Econometric Theory
- Financial Econometrics
- Marketing Data Science
- Quantitative Economics
- Operations Research Theory
- Supply Chain Management
- Financial Engineering
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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The next VU Online Master's Event will take place on Saturday 5 March.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Finance Econometrics View 42 other Masters in Econometrics in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- The track Econometrics of the Master's programme Econometrics and Operations Research, with specializations Climate Econometrics, Econometric Theory, Financial Econometrics, Empirical Marketing, and Quantitative Economics, is open to students with a university Bachelor's degree that provides a thorough knowledge in mathematics (analysis, calculus), probability, (mathematical) statistics, econometrics and computer programming.
- Create an enrollment application in Studielink
- Complete your application in Vuweb
- Pay the application fee (€100)
- Copy of your valid passport or ID
- Curriculum Vitae
- 1 or 2 Letters of recommendation
- Statement of Intent (Letter of Motivation)
- Diploma(s): A copy of the original Bachelor's degree or certificate.
- Transcript of records
- Thesis (or alternative piece of academic writing)
- A description of the relevant courses followed and literature used during your previous higher education
Tuition Fee
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International
16630 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16630 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
2143 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2143 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Amsterdam
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.