Master in Economics - Econometrics Focus
esl | Louvain-la-Neuve
A 2-year program - ETRI2MA - 120 credits
This two-year program providing advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, together with applications to several specific fields. They offer a deep understanding of what economics is today, and - in close connection with internationally well-known research centers - prepare our students to carry out high-level research in economics. Our Research Masters are an ideal pathway to an academic career, as they equip the students with the state-of-the-art tools required to access Doctoral School. Such research skills, however, are also highly valued by (international) institutions and firms looking for experts at the frontier of the profession.
The program introduces the students to the core matters of economics and econometrics, while offering from the spring term of its first year a wide range of optional courses for later specialization towards the preparation of a PhD dissertation. During the Master, the student undertake a research project that will be part of his PhD dissertation.
Please note that there is no mobility track in this program.
Program Structure
Year 1
- Core course - 35 credits
- 1 Research Seminar - 5 credits
- 1 Essay Paper - 15 credits
- 1 Advanced course - 5 credits
Year 2
- Econometrics - 5 credits
- 1 Research Seminar - 5 credits
- 1 Workshop Tutorial - 5 credits
- 3 PhD-Level Courses - 15 credits
- 2 Advanced courses - 10 credits
- Thesis - 20 credits

