Master in International Economics and Public Policy (MIEPP)
Mainz, Germany
DURATION
4 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 May 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Apr 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 360 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* administrative fee per semester
Introduction
Why MIEPP
The Master of Science in International Economics and Public Policy aims at preparing the next generation of leaders to deal with the design and implications of government policies in various contexts, placing emphasis on the consequences of economic globalization. The MIEEP offers sound training in economic theory and econometric techniques, enables students to critically discuss modern academic literature, and encourages them to apply their knowledge to relevant issues in business and economic policy. To gain professional expertise, students are supported in completing an internship. This is possible through a strong network with top partners. Furthermore, the Rhine-Main area with its great infrastructure is the place of business for many successful companies which may become future employers.
The young, motivated academic faculty in Mainz is well-anchored in the scientific community, visibly participates in both academic and public discussions, and is committed to conveying up-to-date economic knowledge to its students.
Graduates of the program will be prepared for career opportunities in global business, administration, international relations, (political) management consulting companies, and government. The program may also serve as a starting point for an academic career. All courses are taught in English and the program explicitly addresses an international audience.
Admissions
Curriculum
The Master's program International Economics and Public Policy consists of three major components: Core modules, elective modules, and the master's thesis with a research colloquium.
First Semester: During the first semester, students attend courses that review and expand basic concepts and methods within international trade, development economics, public economics, and macroeconomics.
Second and Third Semester: From the second semester onwards, they may specialize in either International Economics or Public Policy, if they choose at least two modules in the respective field. In addition, it is still possible to pick electives from the field they have not specialized in. In the elective part, students can select from a wide variety of courses that range from international macroeconomics, behavioral economics, labor, finance, accounting, taxation, international management, marketing, and logistics, to information management and mathematics. They have the option to pick modules that span over one or two semesters. All modules have a strong focus on policy issues and empirical applications.
Fourth Semester: The final semester is reserved for the master’s thesis, in which students demonstrate their ability to conduct a competitive analysis of a topical research issue.