Published on November 9, 2018 | Updated on March 21, 2023

Master's in Economic analysis and policy

This demanding general training program enables students to enter the job market at the end of their Master's degree in positions that utilize their solid foundations developed in quantitative economics (economic research departments in public or private and international or French institutions and regional authorities), as well as to successfully write their doctoral thesis on economics.

CURRICULUM

First year Master’s

The first year primarily involves foundation courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, public policy, econometrics and data analysis. The knowledge gained in these courses will be used in more field-specific courses that shed light on the great contemporary economic issues. At the end of the year, students complete an internship or a research dissertation.

Second year Master’s

The second year includes advanced classes in various fields of specialization (game theory, behavioral economics, finance, territorial analysis, strategic intelligence, economics and innovation management, data mining, etc.). The organization of course units varies from track to track. Skills will be assessed through continuous assessment and a final examination, internships, dissertations and individual or group projects. The respective weighting of ECTS credits varies from track to track.

There are four fields of specialization:
• Economics Research Officer;
• Territorial Development Consultancy;
• Economics and Finance;
• Economic Intelligence and Innovation Management;
• Advanced Economics. 

PREREQUISITES FOR ADMISSION

First-year Master’s Program:

Admission with a diploma equivalent to 180 ECTS, including at least 24 ECTS in Economics and 6 ECTS in mathematics, statistics or conometrics, or equivalent professional experience. High levels of English and French proficiency are required, as well as genuine motivation.

Second-year Master’s Program:

Admission with a diploma equivalent to 240 ECTS, including at least 32 ECTS in Economics and 12 ECTS in mathematics, statistics or econometrics. A high level of English and French proficiency are required (except for the Economics and Finance track, which is entirely taught in English), as well as genuine motivation.