Applied Economics and Data Analysis
In today's world, the reliance on big data is increasing. As organizations and governments accumulate more data, it becomes crucial to analyse and strategically utilise it to create evidence-based decisions.
This trend has created a high demand for individuals who can transform large amounts of data into valuable societal insights using reliable analytical methods. Specifically, there is a need for analytical talents with statistical and programming skills who also have a good understanding of different policy contexts. Do you want to be one of them?
This economics programme provides you with theoretical and practical tools, building upon your previous knowledge of the subject. The programme has a strong international character, and you will interact with students and teachers from all over the world.
In the first semester, you will take microeconomics, macroeconomics, mathematics, and econometrics courses. The second semester will focus on studying current topics in economics, such as geographical and information platform economics. You will also have the chance to apply theories and practical tools to real-world cases in companies and organisations. The second year will involve courses in programming and machine learning, along with a 10-week internship at a company or organization of your own choice to gain practical experience in your future profession. The program will conclude with the completion of your master’s thesis.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Note:
- Motivation Letter – A motivation letter is a required document when applying to the programmes at this university. The letter must be no longer than 1,000 words.
- Interview – You may be invited to an interview as part of the admission process.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
The applicant must hold the minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (i.e, the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university). The students must have at least 60 credits in Economics. Furthermore, a minimum of 15 credits in mathematics, statistics and/or econometrics is required.
After graduation, you have the skills to work closely with decision makers, process and analyse large amounts of data, and present an analysis of your data to leaders. Future workplaces can be national or international companies, public organisations, aid organisations and organisations such as the UN, the EU and the OECD. Possible professions include data analysts, strategists, and business developers.
After graduation, you will be eligible for the doctoral programme in economics at JIBS, as well as many other doctoral programmes in economics around the world.
