Overview
The MSc in Business Economics from University of Amsterdam gives you the opportunity to specialise in your field of interest, by choosing one of our challenging tracks. Both tracks are a combination of general courses and track-specific courses.
- Managerial Economics and Strategy
Unravel the secrets of successful organisations. Learn how to make analytically motivated organisational decisions to improve economic performance. The track Managerial Economics and Strategy provides deep insights into the drivers of corporate performance.
- Neuroeconomics
In the track Neuroeconomics you gain insight into recent scientific advances in the field of neuroeconomics and identify current societal challenges that can benefit from them. Receive interdisciplinary training in brain and cognitive sciences and economics. All with a strong focus on behavioural economics and neuroeconomics.
- Sustainability
Careers
What can you expect to achieve with your MSc in Business Economics and a specialisation in one of our tracks? Job prospects are excellent. Also your Master’s will introduce you to an extensive and international network of professionals that include many UvA alumni.
As a graduate, you will have become a valuable commodity for many private and public organisations: a university-trained expert in economics. ASE graduates are highly regarded for their independent minds as well as their strong interpersonal and transversal skills. Graduates can be found in a wide variety of organisations, including multinationals, financial institutions, consultancies, governmental agencies and NGOs and non-profit organisations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Applied Econometrics
- Games and Strategy
- Behavioural Economics
- Experimental Economics
- Research Seminar
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
Disciplines
Economics Business Intelligence Strategic Management View 19 other Masters in Business Intelligence in NetherlandsWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We do not require a specific minimum GPA for this programme, but we will compare and assess the performance on all selection criteria to make an informed decision regarding placement into the programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
If you want to apply for the track Managerial Economics and Strategy of this Master’s programme, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business Economics or Economics.
Track Managerial Economics and Strategy
You must have proven knowledge in all the following topics at an intermediate level:
- Microeconomics
- Econometrics or quantitative research methods
- Mathematics and statistics
*Your coursework in microeconomics must cover market structure (industrial organisation) and game theory.
Track NeuroeconomicsApplicants with no coursework in microeconomics or industrial organisation but with a strong quantitative background may apply to the track Neuroeconomics if they have proven knowledge in at least one of the following topics:
- Behavioural economics
- Cognitive neuroscience
- Game theory
- Introductory psychology
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents24050 EUR / year≈ 24050 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2695 EUR / year≈ 2695 EUR / year
Living costs
Amsterdam
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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