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Student Guide

Master's Programme in Economics

For Aalto students
This site contains the student study guide for Master's Programme in Economics. Here you will find the programme curriculum as well as detailed guidelines for planning your studies. All the materials and instructions are for the students in the programme. If you are interested in applying to the programme, follow the link at the bottom of the site to the application page.
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Description of the programme

Master's Programme in Economics is organized by the School of Business

The programme is structured to ensure internationally comparable qualifications and a lifelong human capital. The programme is particularly strong in the Applied Microeconomics. A long-term cooperative arrangement between the Department of Economics at the School of Business, the Discipline of Economics at the University of Helsinki and Department of Economics at Hanken School of Economics allows the students to choose from a wide selection of advanced specialisation courses.

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Economics, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Economics programme prepares students to structure and understand the world through in-depth economic expertise and strong analytical skills, combined with computation and data processing skills. It is meant for students who are fascinated by complex challenges such as climate change, inequality and innovation, and want to address these challenges in an analytical manner. Students have the unique opportunity to be part of Helsinki Graduate School of Economics, formed by Aalto University, Hanken School of Economics, and University of Helsinki, that aims to train the future generation of world-class economists.

How to apply
School of Business Economics

Tuition fees

Tuition fee for tuition-fee students in this programme is 15,000 EUR/academic year. For more information, please see the Tuition fees and scholarships webpage in the Student Guide.

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