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MScComputational Economics, Financial Markets and Policy

University of Essex
United Kingdom, Colchester
More information

essex.ac.uk/..tercourse=PG00495&subgroup=1 

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

Year 1

Dissertation
Computational Agent-Based Macro-Economics, Financial Markets and Policy Design
Computational Market Micro-Structure and Complexity Economics
Computational Methods in Agent Based Economics and Policy Simulation
Expert Seminar Series on Economic Policy and Financial Regulation and Governance
Microeconomics (optional)
Economics of Financial Markets (optional)
Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour (optional)

Career opportunities

Our course has a strong policy orientation and operational content. It will appeal to those aiming to pursue careers in regulatory institutions, financial modelling, the civil service and real-world problem solving, or would also be an excellent stepping stone for those wishing to progress into further research.

Our graduates find employment in roles such as business and financial analysts, management consultants, government officials, and economists for banks and other financial organisations.

Apply now! Fall semester 2023/24
Application period has ended
Notes
Please see the university profile or contact us for the deadlines that apply to you
Apply now! Fall semester 2023/24
Application period has ended
Notes
Please see the university profile or contact us for the deadlines that apply to you