Program Overview

Master in Commodity Trading

The Master in Commodity Trading is a unique program in Europe, offering a curriculum focused on financing resources, products, and commodity trade flows. This program provides students with academic instruction combined with professional experience in the commodity trading field.

Overview

• Duration: 3 semestres - 90 ECTS credits
• Language of instruction: English

Scientific Committee

• Professor Jean-Paul Vulliťty (Director)
• Professor Philipe Krueger
• Professor Marcelo Olarreaga

Steering Committee

• Professor Jean-Paul Vulliťty (Academic Director)
• Eliane Palivoda Herren (Executive Director)

Program Details

The Master in Commodity Trading program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the commodity trading industry, including financing, trading, and risk management. The program is taught in English and is open to students with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes courses on:

• Commodity markets and trading
• Financing and risk management
• International trade and logistics
• Market analysis and forecasting
• Trading strategies and techniques

Admission Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• English language proficiency
• Professional experience in the commodity trading industry (recommended)

Research Areas

• Commodity market analysis and forecasting
• Trading strategies and risk management
• Financing and investment in commodity markets
• International trade and logistics

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master in Commodity Trading program can pursue careers in:

• Commodity trading and brokerage
• Risk management and financing
• Market analysis and forecasting
• International trade and logistics
• Investment and portfolio management