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MSc International Economics and Business at University of Passau

University of Passau, Germany

Programme overview

Master's in micro- and macroeconomic theory and empirical economics with focus areas Global Economy, International Trade and Finance, and Governance, Institutions and Development, supplemented with business administration elements.

Faculty: School of Business, Economics and Information Systems  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Passau, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

Seven module groups plus the master's thesis: core courses (25-30 ECTS), advanced methods (at least 10 ECTS), Global Economy, International Trade and Finance (at least 10 ECTS), and further groups on governance and development.

Career pathways

Graduates enter leadership roles in the private sector, policy advice, public organisations and ministries, or pursue a doctorate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First degree with at least 35 ECTS in economics and 15 ECTS in mathematics and statistics with good grades; an aptitude test (written exam and short presentation, on site or by video) follows a positive document review. Applications for the winter semester: 15 April to 30 June (EEA degrees) or 1 April to 30 June (via uni-assist).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-passau.de/bewerbung-einschreibung

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