Der Economics & Policy MSc bietet eine starke disziplinäre und methodische Ausbildung in den Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit Blick auf die Anwendung wichtiger methodischer Werkzeuge bei der Analyse der Wirtschaftspolitik. Es strebt danach, professionelle Ökonomen auszubilden, die Karrieren sowohl im privaten als auch im staatlichen Sektor sowie in internationalen Organisationen einschlagen, die für die Gestaltung und Umsetzung der Wirtschaftspolitik verantwortlich sind.

Woran liegt es, dass sich immer mehr internationale Studierende für ein Masterstudium der Wirtschaftswissenschaften an der Universität Hamburg interessieren? Liegt es an der großen Auswahl und Themenvielfalt, die die WISO-Fakultät zu bieten hat? Liegt es an der interdisziplinären Zusammenarbeit mit dem einzigartigen Studiengang Politik, Wirtschaft und Philosophie (PEP)?

Dieser MSc in Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit Spezialisierung auf Nachhaltigkeitsökonomie führt Studierende in die Bedeutung nachhaltiger Entwicklung ein und zeigt, wie Wirtschaftssysteme die Ziele der nachhaltigen Entwicklung sowohl unterstützen als auch behindern können. Es ist einzigartig, weil es einen multiperspektivischen Ansatz bietet und wissenschaftliches und praktisches Wissen vereint. Durch die Kombination des Fachwissens vieler hochrangiger Forscher der Erasmus School of Economics, die ein breites Spektrum wirtschaftlicher Spezialisierungen repräsentieren, vermittelt Ihnen die Schule das Wissen und die Fähigkeiten, um die Komplexität hinter den SDGs zu verstehen.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Strategy Economics recognizes that economies constantly change, driven by technological innovations and shifting customer preferences for example. It acknowledges that innovation and strategic firm decisions are imperative to this dynamic process of transformation of world industry. You will focus on how entrepreneurs, firms, and policymakers can initiate and benefit from economic changes.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Marketing of our academic master's program focuses on three pivotal areas (marketing management, customer experience, and customer insights), forging a Pathway that is different from other marketing programs. Our specialization in these areas arises from the fundamental recognition that the relationship among them serves as the cornerstone for achieving and sustaining a strong market presence. Therefore, we hone in on these areas with a razor-sharp focus.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Behavioural Economics skills-based programme addresses the economics and psychology of decision-making. In both mainstream and behavioural economics courses you will acquire a deep understanding of economics as well as the skills to adapt strategies and policies to address deviations from rational behaviour. You will also learn how to run experiments in economics, for instance when testing how to best implement a policy.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Policy Economics problems are everywhere. Think of the financial crisis in 2008, the euro crisis that erupted in 2010, and the coronavirus crisis of 2020. Think also of population ageing which causes large increases in spending on healthcare and pensions. Global warming may threaten future life on Earth. And income inequality is increasing almost everywhere in the Western world due to globalisation and technological changes.

The MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Urban, Port & Transport Economics State-of-the-art transport, logistics, and modern cities are essential for a well-functioning economy. The Urban, Port, and Transport Economics program focuses on how to optimize these key elements of modern society. Our lecturers are actively involved in the latest developments in international economic research, consultancy, and advice.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Economics of Markets and Organisations develops your analytical skills and provides you with a solid foundation of theories, empirical evidence, and facts on the functioning and performance of organizations and markets. The expertise and skills you acquire in this program are sought after for key positions in both private and public organizations.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Health Economics is a major sector of a modern economy, accounting for 10-18% of GDP in high-income countries. Advances in medical technology generate substantial improvements in population health but also create major economic and social challenges. Healthcare costs are rising rapidly. Population aging both increases the need for health care and reduces the fraction of people working to pay for it. Health inequalities remain stubbornly high and further reduce productivity.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in International Economics program offers you a comprehensive selection of topical global economics issues. You will explore and analyze the progressive integration of international goods, labor, and capital markets and the decline in the national barriers that separated them in the past. You also address the effects that the increased interdependence of economies has on governments, firms, their managers, and employees. In short, you are guided to the frontiers of international economics research in both theory and practice.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Financial Economics in one of the three tracks - Corporate Finance, Investments, or Financial Innovation - you will acquire a deep and systematic knowledge of the driving forces behind companies, markets, and economies. You learn to analyze and explain complex financial and business problems, including setting up and executing a scientifically sound research project based on a financial problem of your own choice. In the process, you learn how to effectively communicate and how to be critical, self-directed, and original in your approach.

MSc in Economics and Business with a Specialisation in Data Science and Marketing Analytics combines theory and practice from computer science, marketing, economics, and statistics in such a way that the potential of Big Data and AI can be used successfully to create greater value for consumers and firms. It offers our students a thorough understanding and knowledge of a wide range of techniques that can all handle the large and heterogeneous data sources that are prevalent in many modern business settings.

Während dieses Masterstudiums werden Sie auf verschiedene Arten mit der Geschäftswelt in Verbindung gebracht. Gastredner, Unternehmensbesuche und Fälle aus der Praxis helfen Ihnen dabei, herauszufinden, worum es bei der Geschäftstätigkeit in echten Unternehmen geht.