International Economics and Governance (M.A.) at University of Bayreuth

The M.A. International Economics and Governance trains students to analyse how actors in business, politics and society interact internationally and nationally, and to question models and develop proposals for better steering. It is taught partly in German and partly in English and is offered by the Faculty of Law and Economics.

Faculty: Faculty of Law and Economics (Rechts- und Wirtschaftswissenschaftliche Fakultät)  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years); part-time study possible  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Study mode: full-time; German and English-taught  |  Location: Bayreuth, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The programme starts with advanced foundations in governance and international economics, covering governance and competition, public finance, corporate finance and capital markets, business ethics, money and currency, and international management. Students then specialise in either Governance & Public Management or Economic Modelling & Empirical Analysis, add an individual focus (including an optional internship) and finish with a master's thesis on an economic governance problem.

Career pathways

Graduates work in companies, banks, insurance firms, international organisations, research institutes, the public service, chambers and associations; a doctorate opens an academic career.

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