Models and Methods of Quantitative Economics

Models and Methods of Quantitative Economics - QEM

Models and Methods of Quantitative Economics (QEM) is the first postgraduate benefit from the Erasmus Mundus scholarship scheme funded by the The Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) and other scholarships offered by other institutions and organizations. The program offers a wide range of possibilities of subjects to study as it combines the study programs of four higher education European participating universities: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (Barcelona, Spain), Universität Bielefeld (Bielefeld, Germany)Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne (Paris, France) and (Venice, Italy). Intensive local language courses of the hosting country and cultural activities are also included in the Curriculum studies.
The Master offers training in fundamental quantitative tools by combining core economic theory with related quantitative disciplines such as Probability, optimization, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance, Actuarial Science, Mathematical Modelling, Computation and Simulation, Experimental Design, and Political Science to meet and work with professionals from various backgrounds.
Admission requirements
Admission normally requires holding a recognised bachelor's degree (B.A., B.Sc., etc.) or an equivalent qualification at the same level, i.e. 180 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits in the Bologna system. In both cases, relevant work experience may qualify a candidate. Candidates need to show very good academic records, pass an entrance examination, and show working knowledge of the English language. Any additional qualifications such as a second bachelor's degree, a master's degree, or other graduate study should be mentioned in the application. Ideally, applicants have previously studied mathematics, applied mathematics, quantitative economics or finance. Candidates with other backgrounds are also welcomed to submit their application. The ability to attend courses in English is a must, and applicants from non-English-speaking countries must provide a recognized Certificate of Proficiency in English during the application process.
Joint degree
A notable features of this study Master program is the Joint Degree at the international level. Students can use the facilities and expertise of all partner universities of the consortium. The teachers are international lecturers. The program requires that the students undergo a mobility study between at least two universities (depending on the curriculum of the joint degree program). A stay organized mobility is at the core of the study program. Modules and courses that have graduated from the University of mobility, students are automatically recognized. The consortium provides extensive career assistance to the students, including help with internships and job placement for graduates. Students receive a jointly unique awarded Joint Diploma - an international degree - that is officially recognized by all title imparting partner universities and in each country with the same rights as the national degrees entitled:
* Master Universitari en Models I Mètodes d'Economia Quantitative (Barcelona)
* Master in Quantitative Economics (Bielefeld)
* Master Economie Théorique et Empirique (Paris)
* Master Banque, Finance (Paris)
* Risk Engineering in Finance and Insurance (IRFA) or Mathematics and Mathematical Methods in Economics and Finance (MMMEF) for Master Mathématiques Appliquées en Economie et en Finance (Paris)
* Laurea Magistralis in Economia (Venice)
Campuses
Courses take place in the campuses of Autonomous University of Barcelona, Bielefeld University, University of Paris 1 Pantheon-Sorbonne, Ca' Foscari University of Venice and campuses of some other associated partners of the involved universities of the consortium.
Cultural points of interest
* Barcelona
* List of museums in Barcelona
* Bielefeld
* Panthéon, Paris
* Eiffel Tower
* List of museums in Paris
* Venice
* Piazza San Marco
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