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Overview
The program puts an emphasis on problem-solving skills that can be applied in a wide variety of settings and offers an invaluable start to your career. By using modern economic analysis and quantitative empirical methods we give you the tools to analyze complex real world problems in public policy making, as well as in private business and international organizations. You will also be well equipped to continue with PhD studies in economics.
We offer two specializations:- Applied Economic Analysis
- International Economics
The specializations in Applied Economic Analysis and International Economics have a joint intake. Once accepted, you choose your specialization after completing a common first semester.
The program is best suited for students with a strong undergraduate background in economics. It demands an excellent analytical ability and the ambition to put your work to the test with the very best people in the field. All courses are given in English by internationally renowned faculty.
You will be equipped to address challenging economic problems. By means of modern economic analysis and quantitative empirical methods it will give you the tools to analyze complex real world problems in public policy making as well as in private business and in international organizations, and to continue with PhD studies in economics. If you are looking to start your career with a deep understanding of economics, this is where to begin.
Career Opportunities
You can look forward to a wide range of possible careers. The following are examples of the types of organizations/fields that demand the kind of skills that a MSc in Economics provides:
- Banks and other financial firms
- Consultancy firms
- International organizations like the United Nations and its specialized agencies, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and regional development banks
- Industry organizations and associations
- Government, including ministries, central government bodies, counties, municipalities
- The foreign service, including embassies and consulates abroad
- National and international development cooperation agencies, governmental and non-governmental
- Journalism and media of all kinds
- Data Analysts in startups or tech firms
- PhD studies and academic career in economics
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Mathematics for Economic Analysis
- Econometrics
- Advanced Microeconomics
- Advanced Macroeconomics
See the rest of the courses on our website:
https://www.hhs.se/en/education/msc/mecon/program-description/
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 100
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Economics View 30 other Masters in Economics in SwedenAcademic requirements
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. 155 (quantitative)
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. 600
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 100
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
1. Bachelor's degree
Should contain at least 90 ECTS in Social Sciences (including but not limited to Economics, Business Administration and Political Science), with a minimum of 30 ECTS specifically in Economics.
2. GMAT or GRE test result- GMAT (total score) of 600 or more.
- GRE score (quantitative) of 155 or more.
Applicants with a Bachelor of Science degree from a Swedish university are not required to submit GMAT/GRE test scores.
3. Proficiency in English4. Motivation & supporting attachments
- Letter of motivation answering a question why you are interested in the program and why you are a suitable candidate.
- Brief CV with your recent achievements
- Relevant work experience and extracurricular activities may be considered.
- References are not required, but we give a possibility to submit them.
Tuition Fee
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International
14315 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 14315 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 0 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months.
- Tuition fees: 150 000 SEK / year
Citizens of an EU/EEA country or Switzerland are not required to pay tuition fees.
Funding
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