Master of Science In Economics
Växjö, Sweden
DURATION
120 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
SEK 236,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
In a globalized world, economists are needed to analyze and come to conclusions on economic conditions in a society in constant change. This Master's program in economics provides you with the tools you need to work with economic policy challenges.
As a student in the master’s Program in economics, you will be equipped with theoretical and empirical tools for analyzing economic challenges in society, to be able to study the interplay between individuals, companies, organizations, countries, and other actors on different markets. The Program gives you an introduction to advanced empirical methods for descriptive statistical analysis, identification of causal effects, and economic experiments. Compared to studies at the first-cycle level, you will gain a deeper understanding of econometrics and statistics in general. During your third semester, you will have the opportunity to study abroad.
Degree
Master of Science or Master of Science in Business and Economics. The main field of study: Economics
This is Linnaeus University
Linnaeus University is a modern, international university in southeast Sweden. We are located in two nature-loving cities, one by the Baltic sea and one surrounded by lakes in the greenest city in Europe. More facts about Linnaeus University:
- Founded in 2010 through a merger between Kalmar University and Växjö University;
- Located in Kalmar and Växjö;
- 44,000 enrolled students;
- 2,200 enrolled international students;
- 6th largest university in Sweden in terms of the number of students;
- 780 partner universities in more than 80 countries;
- 100-degree programs on the first-cycle level, 8 of them taught in English;
- 80-degree programs on the second cycle level, 35 of them taught in English.
Växjö
Roughly 15 minutes by bike from the city center, you will find Linnaeus University’s campus. It is like a small society with a university, student accommodation, and student life. Here you become part of a creative knowledge environment.
What will you come across on an excursion in Växjö – the city of contrasts? You will find good restaurants, a celebrated hockey team, and cozy cafés where you can enjoy a latte with lingonberry flavor. In Växjö, beautiful nature is always just around the corner; the city is surrounded by lakes and forests. Students like the combination of the city center and the active student life on campus. Your dream of the future starts here!
Career Opportunities
The program is suitable for those who want to work with qualified tasks such as investigators and analysts in for example government, private organizations, companies, and banks. As an economist, you will have a general problem-solving ability, which is useful in many different professions.
You will also be prepared for studies at the third-cycle level since the content of the program has close ties to research within different parts of the economics subject.
International opportunities
The language of tuition is English. In this way, you will become prepared not only for a career in Sweden but also for a career in international contexts. The program admits students from all over the world, which means that you will get international and multicultural experiences throughout the program. Further opportunity for internationalization is provided through the opportunity to study a semester abroad at one of our partner universities around the world.
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Curriculum
As a student at the master’s program in economics, you will be equipped with theoretical and empirical tools for analyzing economic challenges in society, in order to be able to study the interplay between individuals, companies, organizations, countries, and other actors on different markets.
The program gives you an introduction to advanced empirical methods for descriptive statistical analysis, identification of causal effects, and economic experiments. Compared to studies at the first-cycle level, you will gain a deeper understanding of econometrics and statistics in general. You will also have the opportunity to study for one semester abroad.
After completing the program, you will be well prepared to work with analytical, decision-making, counseling, and investigative tasks, skills that you can apply in both the private and public sectors.
Admissions
Program Outcome
Master of Science or Master of Science in Business and Economics.
After completing the program
You will be well prepared to work with analytical, decision-making, counseling, and investigative tasks, skills that you can apply in both the private and public sectors. You will also be prepared for studies at the third-cycle level since the content of the Program has close ties to research within different parts of the economics subject.
Student Testimonials
Program Admission Requirements
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