ECO - General economics track

On successful completion of this track you will obtain the degree of Master of Science in European Economic Studies.

All courses combine economic analysis with empirical assessment and critical in-depth reviews of EU policies and, where relevant, of the European economy in general. The programme focuses on European economic policies, but several courses also examine extensively the implications for business strategy.

Compulsory courses

First semester

• VUJIC S. - Applied Econometrics I (30h)

• DUMONT B. & PIETRAS J.. - Economics of European Integration : From Theory to Practice (20/30h)

• HAYO B. - EU Macroeconomics (30h)

• CLAICI A. & KOVO D. - Economics of Competition Policy (30h)

Second semester

• VIGEANT S. - Applied Econometrics II (30h)

• DE GROEN P. & MARQUES A. - European Banking (30h)

• BERDEN K. & MOSCOVICI P. - Policy Lab (25/30h)

• SARACENO F. - Fiscal and Tax Policy Dynamics in the EU (20h)

Optional courses

• AYALA M. & SULIMIERSKA M. - FinTech and the Transformation of Digital Services (30h)

• BUCCIROSSI P. - Actions for Damages : Quantification of Harm (30h)

• CASEY J.-P. & NADRY D. - European Financial Markets Regulation (30h)

• EYCKMANS J. - Economics of EU Environmental and Climate Change Policy (30h)

Seminars (optional)

• STAHL, G. - Economic Transition of China and Its Impact on the EU (8h)

European General Studies

• One course/seminar each semester

Thesis

• Students must also write a Master’s Thesis

The College of Europe reserves the right to modify its academic programmes at all times.