Corporate Strategy and Finance in Europe (CSF) is a two-year English-language Master's double-degree programme (DDP) with the University of Strasbourg aiming at providing the students with a broad knowledge and understanding of economic theory with a focus on financial and international economics corresponding to the present state-of-the-art.

The CSF programme is based on the Bologna Process and is intended to facilitate the collaboration between the Institute of Economic Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University in Prague and Sciences Po Strasbourg, the University of Strasbourg in teaching and academic research in the field of Economics. The Degree Programme covers two academic years. Each student on the Degree Programme is requested to spend one academic year at each of the Partner Universities in line with the Curriculum. Upon the completion of the studies, each student will receive the Diploma Master in “Corporate Strategy and Finance in Europe” from University of Strasbourg and the Master’s degree Diploma with the academic title “Magistr” from Charles University in Prague.... [-]

Master in Economics and Finance (MEF) is a two-year English-language Master's degree programme, which aims to give the student a thorough grounding in both theoretical and applied economics. The programme aims to give the student a thorough grounding in both theoretical and applied economics. Emphasis is put on developing abstract analytical reasoning, which allows the graduates to solve complex economic problems in various settings. The applicants must have the solid background in Mathematics and good command of English. Courses are taught both by members of the Institute of Economic Studies (IES) and external professionals from the central bank, commercial banks and business analysts. Graduates typically assume challenging positions in banking, consulting, investment funds and public administration. Compulsory core courses introduce the students to the advanced topics in macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics as well as to two major fields in finance, namely financial markets and banking. Elective courses cover a wide range of specific areas in economics and finance, which allows the students to specialize in the field of their interest. The topics include advanced economic theory (e.g. business cycles theory, economic dynamics, game theory), applied economics and economic policy (e.g. monetary economics, international macroeconomics, antitrust economics, health economics, environmental economics, development economics), theoretical finance (e.g. quantitative finance), and applied finance and investment (corporate finance, portfolio analysis and risk management, international finance, insurance, company valuation, real estate investment). The open day will take place at the Institute of Economic Studies (IES, Opletalova 26, Prague 1) on 2. 2. 2018 at 9... [-]

The International Masters in Economy, State and Society (IMESS) is a leading two-year double degree Master's programme in comparative area studies, which focuses on developing in-depth knowledge and understanding of Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, the Baltics, Russia, the Caucasus and Central Asia. IMESS offers three discipline-based tracks – Economics and Business; Politics and Security; and Nation, History and Society and includes a spine of interdisciplinary training and language tuition, leading to an extended research-based dissertation. The first year of the programme is spent at the coordinating university, School of Slavonic and East European Studies, University College of London (UCL) – one of the top twenty global universities – with the second year spent at one of the leading universities from Eastern Europe - Charles University (Czech Republic), Corvinus University of Budapest (Hungary), Helsinki University (Finland), Jagiellonian University (Poland), University of Tartu (Estonia) and Higher School of Economics (Russia).... [-]

International Economic and Political Studies (IEPS) is a two-year English-language Master's degree programme, which seeks to investigate contemporary political, economic and social issues from a multidisciplinary perspective. Although the predominant emphasis in IEPS is on approaches from economics and political science, students will also be expected to explore their historical, legal and sociological aspects.

The IEPS programme offers a unique study both in its contents and methods. It is based neither on an overview of facts about the social organisation nor on crunching of abstract mathematical models – it offers the students the ways of thinking and understanding social, economic and political phenomena in globalised societies. Students deal with the nature of economic objectives of agents, social organisation, institutions of power, the emergence of conflicts and aims at cooperation. They are expected to master the principles of modern non-conventional economic thinking and be able to apply it in political decision-making at the level of supra-national institutions, states, regional governments, corporations, firms, political parties and groups of citizens.... [-]

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New graduate degree program (2 years/120 ECTS, full-time, fully taught in English) at the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics (FIS), University of Economics, Prague (VSE).

Master in Official Statistics (MOS) provides students with an advanced training in specific themes of statistics in general or official statistics.

Graduates who have successfully completed MOS will be able to demonstrate knowledge about:

the system of official statistics, data production models and methods, statistical, econometrical and demographic methods and basic IT tools.

The main objective of MOS is to enhance the abilities of students to understand national and European official data (quality, production process, dissemination) and to analyze them in a national, European and international context using statistical, demographic and econometrical methods.... [-]

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New graduate degree program (2 years/120 ECTS, full-time, fully taught in English) at the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics (F.I.S.), University of Economics, Prague (V.S.E.).

The graduates of the program Quantitative Economic Analysis (Q.E.A.) will be able to use quantitative methods and tools in operational research, decision analysis, statistics and econometrics.

They will have gained experience with using different software products and will be able to build comprehensive optimization and econometric models and provide deep statistical analysis.

Key fields of study: Curriculum and structure Statistics Econometrics Decision Analysis Operational Research Financial and Insurance Mathematics Core courses 60 ECTS Elective courses 15 ECTS Minor specialization in Insurance Mathematics 30 ECTS Study abroad period optional in 3rd semester State exams + Defend of Master Thesis 15 ECTS Career Prospects ... [-]

A two-year (four semester) full-time Master’s Programme taught in English.

The original idea of the MIFA programme was to offer a high-quality programme for all students who see their future in Finance and Accounting.

This became a vision that created an exceptional opportunity for those students that take their future into their own hands.

Our mission is to open access to all, who seek a career in an international environment and who wish to become banking and financial services managers, financial analysts, chief accountants, auditors and consultants.

The structure of MIFA programme: 1st semester (30 credits): Intermediate Accounting: Generally Accepted Principles (6 credits) Performance Management (6 credits) International Finance (6 credits) Economics II (6 credits) Corporate Finance (6 credits) 2nd semester (30 credits): Financial Derivatives (6 credits) Understanding Economic and Social Indicators (3 credits) Taxation in the CR and EU (6 credits) Business Valuation (6 credits) Business Ethics (6 credits) One elective course (3 credits) 3rd semester (30 credits): Elective courses (24 credits) with Project (6 credits) or Exchange programme or Internship (30 credits) 4th semester (30 credits): Audit and Assurance (6 credits) Economic Integration (6 credits) Master Thesis and Final state exams (18 credits) Optional courses: Financial Contracting, Financial Reporting under IFRS and US GAAP - Comparison and Case Studies, Fiscal Policy, Taxation of International Employment, Bonds Theory and Praxis, Contemporary Rhetoric, Public Economics, Corporate Governance, Public Economics, Corporate Governance, International Business Strategy, International Trade, Project Management, International Mergers and Acquisitions. Final state exam consists of:... [-]

Economics and Management

Abbreviation: MGR-EBF

Level of course unit: Master's

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Management

Academic year: 2017/2018

A title awarded: Ing.

Qualification awarded: Ing. in the field "Economics and Management"

Level of qualification: Master's (2nd cycle)

Accredited from: 20.7.2005

Accredited until: 31.7.2019

Specific admission requirements: Condition for admitting is obtaining a bachelor's degree and pass successfully the admission exam as well.

Profile of the programme:

The European Business and Finance program builds on economic theories taught at master's degree level at various colleges and focuses on training professionals in the areas of entrepreneurship, business, and finance, particularly within the EU environment.... [-]

Study Branch

Economic Policy and Administration

Branch Profile

The objective master’s study in Finance is to prepare highly qualified experts able to solve analytical tasks and work at related managerial positions at middle and upper management in companies and institutions. Study is structured and focused the way so that the graduates will practice in financial departments and in the financial management of non-financial institutions (production and business companies), financial institutions (commercial and investment banks, investment companies, insurance companies) and national economy (government and regional administration).

Key Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

The base of study is to obtain knowledge in the following areas:... [-]

The Public Economics and Administration program is for everyone who wants to understand the relationship between the private and public sectors. The program encourages critical thinking; students analyze problems, look for potential solutions, and discuss the impact of these solutions. They acquire a profound knowledge of the public finance and administration systems and learn to efficiently manage public funds both in public revenue and in public spending. The program also includes non-profit studies. It is currently the only program in the Czech Republic with the international EAPAA accreditation.

Learning Outcomes

The graduates will:

master specialist terminology and language both in its written and oral form be able to apply suitable tools of quantitative analysis when tackling tasks related to various areas of public economics and finance and to interpret the results correctly be able to explain advanced theoretical and methodological findings of general economic theory understand theoretical findings related to public finance, public administration, and non-profit studies and apply these findings when handling model and practical situations be equipped for positions requiring independent decision-making, initiative, and the ability to analyze and solve problems, formulate concepts, and plan, create and realize projects Graduate Employment ... [-]

The Economics programme emphasises the development of a thorough knowledge of the current economic theory in its broader context. Its aim is to empower students to independently solve diverse theoretical and applied economic problems while relying on their knowledge of modern theoretical economics and indispensable mathematical-statistical methods.

Graduate Employment

Our graduates assume positions in the field of economic theory and research, as well as in commerce, the financial sector, public administration, and economic journalism. Their excellent knowledge of economics and mathematical methods allows them to study in economic doctoral programmes.

Recognition of Prior Bachelor's and Master's Degrees ... [-]

The Finance program prepares students to work in various positions in financial institutions and monetary systems; from banking, insurance, and market trading, to corporate finance, financial accounting, auditing, and taxes. Students choose between two specializations, Financial Markets, and Accounting. Our Finance program is accredited by ACCA (a global association offering qualifications for those graduates who wish to pursue a career in accountancy, finance, and management) and ICAEW (the ACA qualification is one of the preferred qualifications for graduates interested in a career in general practice, corporate management and consultancy).

Learning Outcomes

The program graduates with the specialization Financial markets will:... [-]

Interconnection of geographic disciplines with economic sciences has become a characteristic feature of the study program focused on local and regional development since the economic aspects of making use of geographical landscape are the alpha and omega of sustainable development. The result of many years of work and continuous innovation is the study offered in the Geography and Regional Development study branch, in which the disciplines of human geography are interlinked with economic courses also focused on management and marketing.

The research specialized in economic geography and regional development is conceived as a multilateral approach to the studied topic. Its essential core is combined from the selected branches of human geography – especially the public administration, city marketing, geography of tourism, trans-boundary cooperation, geography of retailing, geography of transportation, social geography, agenda of the European Union, urban and rural geography, GIS and regional studies of continents (Africa, Asia, Latin and Northern America, Europe) with focus on socio-economic aspects.... [-]