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MSc Econometrics: Mathematical

The track in the Econometrics The courses Non-Linear Economic Dynamics and Bounded Master’s programme of the Amsterdam School of Economics Rationality are connected to the Center for Nonlinear Dynamics in (ASE) provides insight into the complex mechanics that Economics and Finance (CeNDEF), a research facility dedicated to governs behaviour of companies, governments, financial these areas. traders, and private consumers in different circumstances and dynamics. The ASE prides itself in Comprising the international students among the students research focused on the fascinating fields of bounded currently enrolled, you are sure to experience a programme of rationality and non-linear economic dynamics. Become international scope and intellectual merit, taught entirely in an expert in the mechanics that channel contemporary English. You will learn the most advanced techniques, practices auctioning and model dynamic economic behaviour: choose and insights of today. Mathematical Economics in Amsterdam.

You will take part in advanced courses on econometric theories Curriculum such as and General Equilibrium Theory, and Compulsory courses EC you may choose electives such as Quantitative Marketing and Advanced Econometrics 1 5 Econometric Techniques to estimate these models. Advanced Econometrics 2 5

Bounded Rationality 5

Game Theory 5

General Equilibrium Theory 5 Practical information Nonlinear Economic Dynamics 5 Degree MSc Econometrics Thesis 15 Full-time Elective Master’s Courses* EC Credits 60 ECTS credits 5 Tuition fees uva.nl/tuitionfees Machine Learning for Econometrics 5 Duration 12 months Microeconometrics 5 Language English Quantitative Marketing 5 Starts in September 2018 Stochastic Calculus 5 Application All: 1 April 2018

Deadlines Dutch students: 1 June 2018 *Choose three elective Master’s courses

uva.nl/msc-econometrics Career prospects “I already knew I wanted to Econometricians have a diverse of excellent job prospects. study in Amsterdam. After Econometrics has become a much sought-after profession in some research it became today’s world: the analytical skills and mathematical expertise of the econometrist give access to a wide variety of organisations, clear that the UvA was the including financial institutions and banks, research departments right university for me. The of large public or private organisations, public agencies, campus is located in the multinationals and consultancy firms. In addition, the Master’s heart of the city and offers a great academic in Econometrics is the ideal stepping stone to a PhD programme programme in Econometrics. The UvA is a anywhere in the world. liberal university which offers the possibility to develop yourself in many areas.” A Master’s degree in Econometrics is a ticket to excellent career prospects: Gwendolyn Stuitje Student Econometrics • Starting salary: appr. € 2,950 gross • Salary after 5 years: appr. € 5,000 gross • Time to find a job: 4 months • Average score job: 8,3 Total no. of first year students: 134

Dutch students Source: SEO and Elsevier Beste Banen onderzoek 2016, UvA Economics 91% and alumni-survey 9% International students Europe 39%, Asia 38%, Americas 23%

Group profile MSc Econometrics, class of 2016 Why the UvA The Amsterdam School of Economics (ASE) at the University of Amsterdam is an excellently ranked school with an international Do you have questions about your application? focus and highly rated researchers and lecturers. The UvA is Please contact the Admissions Office of UvA Economics & Business. ranked 58th in the QS World University (2017-2018): By phone: +31 (0)20 525 4327, 10 - 11 AM and 3 - 4 PM (CET) a challenging environment that values critical thought and an on Monday, Tuesday and Friday or submit independent, inquisitive mindset. In the Times Higher your question online via uva.nl/admissions-eb. (THE Ranking 2017-2018) UvA is ranked 59th and 1st Visiting hours: 1:30 - 2:30 PM in room E2.27 in the Netherlands. A highly diverse student body and a vibrant on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. The visiting community of international alumni ensure that you will share hours are open to applicants who need to memories with fellow ASE graduates for years to come. hand in documents or have questions about their application.

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