A Master’s programme enables you to gain advanced knowledge and engage in experience-based learning. The specialised knowledge and experience gained are assets in the job market, that help you climb the career ladder. Our follow-on Master’s programme aligns seamlessly with your Bachelor’s programme.
Did you take a minor in a specific discipline during your Bachelor's? If so, you may be eligible for admission to the Master's programmes relating to that discipline. For some of these, certain admission requirements apply.
The Master's in Econometrics (MSc) deals with statistical modelling, estimation and testing of economic models using economic and financial time series data. Unravel economic complexities in data, theories and markets. Become fluent in the application of advanced mathematical and statistical methods. In this Master's, you can choose from 4 tracks.
In this 1-year academic Master’s programme you learn to conduct research in business economics subjects. Choose from 2 top-level tracks: Managerial Economics and Strategy or Neuroeconomics.
During this exciting Master’s programme you learn how to turn opportunities into action. Thinking and feeling like an entrepreneur benefits your career as employee or business owner. This is a joint degree of VU Amsterdam and UvA.
Meet our alumnus Tom, he studied the Bachelor’s and the Master's in Econometrics and is currently Head of Product at a company named Buildingblocks. How did he experience the transition to the labour market?
As an econometrician you can work for a variety of employers, including:
€3,044 gross
Almost immediately after graduation
8.3/10
Source: UvA Economics and Business alumni survey
The Economics and Business Career Centre (EBCC) offers various opportunities to develop your professional skills, gain experience and build connections to prepare you for your career. The EBCC offers workshops, personality tests and more to help you improve your valuable skills.
The EBCC organises large career events, often together with study associations. A selection of the offerings include:
Additionally, numerous other major career events are organised where you can connect with future employers. Think of the Career month junior, the Amsterdam career days, de FSA profession days, the International Finance Days, the Amsterdam Marketing event and the Amsterdam Recruitment event.
The career prospects for both econometricians and actuaries are very good. They are both in high demand. If you want to become a fully qualified recognised econometrician or actuary, you can specialise with a Master’s degree in Econometrics or Actuarial science and Mathematical Finance.
The VSAE (study association for all students of Actuarial Science and Econometrics) organises many study-related events and projects. Throughout the year they organise multiple career events in which you can have personal conversations with recruiters and participate in workshops.
You can find all information on the website of our Economics and Business Career Centre. Or you can have a look at their frequently asked questions.