Master of Economics

The Master of Economics gives you a solid methodological and research-oriented education in micro- and macroeconomics. The modularly designed study program allows an individualized study design by choosing one of several economic specializations. The specialization "Economic Policy and Political Economy" addresses highly focused issues related to the governmental influence on economy and society. It deals with the economic activities of a state, covering taxation, social and labor market policies, as well as education, infrastructure, and environment. By choosing the specialization "Financial Economics and Global Markets“ the student gains an economic understanding of globalization effects on product, factor and financial markets, and learns about the opportunities and risks of global markets. The broad range of elecetive modules is complemented by six business specializations and several interdisciplinary supplemental courses.

Potential employers for graduates are institutions and organizations in the field of the European Union, non-governmental organizations, media and journalism, banks and insurance companies, as well as large commercial enterprises or trade unions. The degree also provides students who excel access to doctoral-level studies.

The program consists of core modules, electives, and a master thesis. The workload comprises 120 credit points. Every semester 30 credit points are awarded.

The mandatory core modules (20 credit points) teach fundamental methods and scientific principles.

The elective modules (80 credit points) can be chosen from the majors Economics, Business Management, and an additional supplement field.

The program is completed in the 4th semester with the Master thesis (20 credit points).

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An Overview of the Lecturers in Economics you can find here.

For application please visit the QISZUL-Portal of the TU Dresden.