Economic Policy Consulting, Master 1 subject

  • What should an economically viable adaptation to climate change look like?
  • What kind of incentives for maximising electromobility should be implemented?
  • What are the macroeconomic consequences of decarbonisation?
  • Which measures should a municipality take to combat long-term unemployment?
  • How could development aid be rendered more efficient?
  • How can political decision-makers be advised in economic situations?

Profile

Degree
Master of Science
Start
Winter- and summer semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
German, English
Admission
Restricted
Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Application information for international applicants

Application information for international applicants

What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it combines theoretical understanding of economic and financial policy with real-life scenarios. Another element of the course is acquiring and optimising transdisciplinary competencies.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Regional, International and Development Economics
  • Environmental, Resource and Energy Economics
  • Microeconomic Theory and Application
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

has:

  • qualifications in economics, basic mathematical and statistical know-how, German and English language skills, good communication skills

enjoy:

  • economic policy issues

struggle through:

  • data analyses, different negotiation and presentation situations
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • Management and Economics
  • Economics
  • East Asian Economics and Politics
  • Geography
  • Political Science
  • Social Sciences
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in consulting enterprises
  • in governmental institutions
  • in private research organisations
  • in associations and economic departments of enterprises
  • in financial institutions
And else?
An internship ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Duration: one semester

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Dipl.-Ök. Michèle Lorraine Kim Docter & Michèle Teufel
Building, Room: GD 03/ 229
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-22762/ 22687
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Wirtschaftswissenschaft
Building, Room: GD 03/165
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-27854
Email:
Website Fachschaft

Internet

Degree programmes' website