Program Overview

Master 1 Economics

The Master's in Economics is designed to train economists capable of understanding contemporary economic problems both on a theoretical and applied level. These economists will be able to understand the environment in which companies and administrations operate and anticipate the issues at stake.

Objectives

The aim of the Master's in Economics is to provide students with a solid academic training, enabling them to develop favorably during their career. The training has a dual purpose: academic and professional. A solid academic training is necessary to provide students with a capacity for reflection and analysis enabling them to develop favorably during their career.

Teaching Method and Locations

The Master's program is offered in two locations: Marseille (courses taught in English) and Aix-en-Provence (most courses taught in French, some courses taught in English). The teaching method includes initial training or continuing education.

Type of Degree and Duration

The Master's in Economics is a 2-year program, with an output level of Bac+5. The language of instruction is French and English.

Department

The program is offered by the Aix-Marseille School of Economics.

Career Opportunities

Examples of jobs held by graduates include:

• General economist
• Research manager
• Data analyst
• Data consulting
• Project manager
• Quantitative analyst
• Economic journalist
• Project manager
• Economic advisor
• Business consultant
• Consultant
• Positions in government agencies, international organisations, banks, financial institutions, and NGOs
• Positions in the economic departments of embassies, consulates, and ministries accessible by competitive examination
• Business and government economist
• Positions in support of public decision-making

Teachings

Depending on their registration, students follow courses in one of the tracks:

• List of courses - Classic track
• List of courses - Magistere economics Data Science and finance track

Syllabi of Courses

Syllabi of courses are available for:

• M1 standard track
• M1 magistčre ingénieur économiste track

Admission - First Year

Who can Apply?

This master is aimed at students wishing to deepen their knowledge in Quantitative Economics with a view to professional integration after 5 years of higher education or to pursue a PhD. The target audience includes students who have completed a Bachelor's degree in Economics, a MIASHS degree, or a scientific degree (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science).

How to Apply?

Access is recommended in M1 and is also possible in M2. All students must submit an application file, which will be examined by the pedagogical commission of the Faculty of Economics and Management.

Practical Information

The Master of Economics has bilingual teaching in M1 and English only in M2. It welcomes international students (nearly 50%), some of whom receive Eiffel scholarships. Erasmus mobility is possible in the first semester of M1 if it was planned the previous year or in the second semester of M1, depending on the remaining places. Students work in an international environment and express themselves and write in English.

Availability

This course is available in:

• Initial training
• Continuing education