M.Sc. in Economics

Analytical and quantitative approach to applied economic-financial problems, enabling the student to develop evidence-based solutions. 


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The M.Sc. in Economics presents a profound analytical and quantitative approach to applied economic-financial problems. 

 

In this graduate program, the student learns, for example, to use econometric and computational modeling tools in essential financial matters and also graduates capable of not only proposing but also executing practical solutions based on quantitative methods. 

 

To this end, the faculty combines modern tools and empirical evidence that reinforce the M.Sc. student's ability to identify and develop well-founded solutions in three main pillars of the program: 

  • Technical rigor: the program prepares the student to solve fundamental economic problems for business and government through rigorous technical grounding and economic intuition. 
  • Constantly updated content: M.Sc. students are encouraged to read credible publications and "consume" the most recently consolidated knowledge in economics. The program's curriculum itself is reviewed at least every two years. 
  • Evidence-based prognosis and solutions: the program equips the student to support decision-making through the "scientific method." 

In addition to these assumptions, throughout the program, research lines in the areas of Finance, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics are explored. And most importantly: the student does not need to enter with a defined idea of the theme they will follow. Only at the end of the third quarter does the student begin to choose the research tracks in which they intend to specialize to develop their thesis. 

 

Another important characteristic is that, unlike MBA programs in the field, the M.Sc. in Economics does not focus on people management. The idea is for the professional to enhance their applied knowledge to conduct sophisticated analysis, whether in the area of macroeconomic perspective, competition consequences analysis, or public policy evaluation, among other possibilities. And the M.Sc. degree also allows them to start a career as a professor. 




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