Did you know that Amazon, Google, Airbnb or Uber have large teams of economists? More than ever, companies, banks, governments and international institutions are relying on economists. Why? Their structured analytical mind brings bold ideas. Their ability to use data to answer important real-world questions helps make better decisions. Their ability to be objective and tease out relationships of cause and effect is important to understand why people make choices the way they do, a key asset for today´s companies. In summary, a Master of Science in Economics can make a difference in today's market (and in the world!).
Whether you want to work at a private bank, consultancy firm, insurance company, industry or an international organization, an MSc in Economics is a great start. Careers in economics range the full spectrum. You can work in a tech company helping to create marketplaces from scratch or in the Central Bank helping to understand what is happening to the Economy. You can work in consulting or in banking with a large array of alternative jobs. An MSc in Economics qualifies you for an international career with a global reach and a full spectrum of options.
For those that elect to pursue an MSc in Economics at CATÓLICA-LISBON they will attend one of the most recognized universities in Europe in the center of the vibrant city of Lisbon and you will have the flexibility to tailor your Master, choosing the courses that interest you the most. You also have the opportunity to choose among several specializations and even the possibility to take one fully customized by you. Our Master has a focus on real world issues, and we aim to have a good balance between theory and applied economics. We provide personalized attention to each student (from entry to placement) and training on the key statistical packages used in modern economics (R, STATA, Python). We offer extensive opportunities for gaining experience teaching or working in projects in our new Economics Research Center PROSPER—a crucial asset in today's labor market.
Professor Joana Silva is the new Academic Director of the Master of Science in Economics and is also the Director of the Center of Economics for Prosperity – PROSPER. She spent 13 years as Senior Economist at the World Bank before joining CATÓLICA-LISBON. Holding a PhD in Economics from the University of Nottingham, she is an expert in applied microeconomics, with particular focus on labor markets, international trade, firm dynamics, and policy evaluation. Her research has been published in leading academic journals, including the American Economic Review. She has extensive experience advising and supporting countries on the design and analysis of economic reforms, social programs and monitoring and evaluation systems.
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