Master

Economic & Financial Research

The Research Master in Economic and Financial Research provides students with an interest in economics and finance with a more intense, and high-level training in economics and finance; and a thorough training in research methodology and analytics.

This unique combination makes the Research Master in Economic and Financial Research especially suited for students who want to prepare for their PhD training, but also for students who are looking for expert training in research methodology for professional life.

Are you a student with a strong academic record that is looking for a high-end diploma? Then applying for the two-year Research Master’s programme in Economic and Financial Research will give you the edge.

The courses in this programme are coordinated and taught by the best research academics within the school. During your curriculum you have to opportunity to work with them throughout your coursework, but also during your research internship. Furthermore, our cooperation with top universities worldwide will allow you to follow guest lectures by international experts, putting you at the forefront of the latest academic research.

Fast facts

you’ll learn the latest research methodologies and the skills to present your research professionally
you’ll be well-trained for research positions in academia, business and government
2-year, English-language, full-time master’s
starts in September
weekly: 8 hrs classes, 32 hrs independent study
you’ll get an MSc in Economic and Financial Research

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Unfortunately, due to the coronavirus, you are not able to visit us on the campus in Maastricht at the moment, but you can still get answers to your questions and get an idea of what it is like to study at the School of Business and Economics in a variety of online experiences.

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Study at SBE during COVID-19

We understand that, in these uncertain times, it is difficult to assess what the new academic year will look like. To help you better understand how the School of Business and Economics has been offering education during this pandemic, this page explains our educational model for the academic year 20/21.

For specific questions, we have FAQ's for students.

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