Economics and Finance Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences

Overview

The programme

In particular, the Economics and Finance programme offered by Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences will impart to you cutting-edge methods, applications and models found in economics, corporate finance and the analysis of international financial markets. Through experiments in game theory, behavioural economics analysis and empirical market analysis, you will develop and learn to employ a sophisticated research methodology. 

The multidisciplinary curriculum investigates not only law and economic issues, but also incorporates important macroeconomic and social issues as well. Among other things, you will examine how conflicting viewpoints and actions can negatively affect competition as well as the financial and goods markets, illustrating both the importance and usefulness of value-orientated, ethical behaviour in business. This multifaceted approach will enable you to effectively examine and evaluate economic issues in financial and competitive markets in both national and international contexts.

The degree programme is taught in English. Over the course of your studies, you will hone your proficiency to near-native levels while becoming fluent in the advanced terminology and nomenclature of the highest economic and fiscal circles at the international level. This adds a further dimension to your profile that helps you stand out as an internationally-oriented expert of economics and finance.

Career Paths 

As a graduate of Economics and Finance M.Sc., you will possess a well-founded expertise in the methodology, analysis, applications and models in the fields of economics, corporate finance and international financial markets. Your interdisciplinary experience will allow you to effortlessly and effectively transfer your technical and methodological knowledge to related fields. This opens the door to a wide range of career paths across a number of fields and sectors. Potential areas of employment for graduates include:

• Financial and business development departments
• Regulatory bodies or departments
• Business consultancy firms
• Expert commissions
• Think tanks for policy or research
• Investment and commercial banks
• Public institutions on the national or international level