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A global economy
All over the world borders are breaking down and a global economy is being created which in turn is reinforced by continued European economic integration. Employers today demand graduates who are prepared to work in an international setting and who are able to solve economic problems with an international perspective. Thus, globalisation has even stretched into the field of education. More and more students opt for courses at a foreign university to gain a solid background for an international career in a rapidly changing international world. Responding to these developments, the Faculty of Economics and Econometrics of the Universiteit van Amsterdam offers one Bachelor of Science program and three Master of Science programmes, which are taught entirely in English (www.fee.uva.nl/english):
· BSc in Economics and Business
· MSc in Economics
· MSc in Econometrics
· MSc Real Estate Finance
The FEE also offers a Master in Philosophy and PhD programmes www.tinbergen.nl) and some executive programmes www.agbs.nl):
· Master Programme in International Finance
· Executive Master of Finance and Control |
Universiteit van Amsterdam
In 1632, when Amsterdam was one of the world's most important ports and trading centres, the Athenaeum Illustre was founded in Amsterdam to educate students in History and Philosophy. Until the nineteenth century, the Athenaeum remained a small institution. In 1877 the Athenaeum Illustre became the Universiteit van Amsterdam and was permitted to confer the highest educational degrees. In 1900, there were 900 students at the Universiteit van Amsterdam. This figure had risen to 2,500 by 1935 and to 7,500 by 1960. More and more fields of study and research were introduced, and new university departments were established. Starting with one small building, the Universiteit van Amsterdam has become the largest university in the country, with ± 26,000 students - of whom 2,500 come from abroad - over 5,000 staff and a budget of € 400 million It is one of the major comprehensive universities in Europe. It has a strong internationalisation programme and offers a large number of courses taught in English language courses. It draws students and academics from all over the world. There are seven faculties, covering humanities, social science, law, economics, medicine, dentistry and sciences. The Universiteit van Amsterdam is well respected throughout Europe and beyond.
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About the faculty of Economics and Econometrics
The faculty of Economics and Econometrics (FEE) of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA) was established in 1922, starting with 111 students. It now has some 4000 students and is located in the city centre of Amsterdam. The Faculty has good facilities, including computer and library services, a restaurant and student accommodation and is located in the center of Amsterdam at the Roetersstraat 11.
The FEE has an excellent national and international reputation and has a large international network in research and education study abroad programmes. It has a top 10 ranking in research among European Economic departments.
Postal address:
Faculty of Economics and Econometrics
Universiteit van Amsterdam
Roetersstraat 11
1018 WB Amsterdam
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Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business
Faculty of Economics and Econometrics is offering a Bachelor of Sciences Programme in Economics and Business that is entirely taught in English with specialisations in International Economics, International Industrial Organisation and International Economics and Finance. The programme is characterised by a strong international focus. Students are encouraged to study abroad or to take an international internship.
Another important characteristic of the programme is a quantitative approach. In the increasingly complex economic environment a solid quantitative background is necessary and often demanded by employers.
During the first and second year, therefore, students receive a sound training in economics, business, mathematics and statistics, which will be of use to them in their entire future international careers.
Other aspects of the programme are the international composition of the students taking them and the cosmopolitan character of Amsterdam, a city where many foreigners live and work, and a city, which is the financial and economic heart of the Netherlands.
For further information:
Bachelor of Sciences Programme in Economics and Business
Attention: Mr. Robbert-Jan Slobben, MA (Programme Manager)
Email: bpe-fee@uva.nl
Refer to: Bachelor of Sciences Programme in Economics and Business
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Master of Science in Economics
MSc Economics programme is organised by the Department of Economics of the FEE of the UvA. In terms of research the faculty currently ranks 7th in Europe. Some research groups of the department belong to the world top.
The programme is fully taught in the English language. It is a connecting master's to the “BSc in Economics and Business” offered by the UvA. All students who obtained this BSc degree in the study direction of “General Economics” (Economics, International Economics, International Financial Economics, Industrial Organisation) are automatically admitted. Students from other universities with a bachelor degree in economics or an economics major that includes econometrics/quantitative methods can apply to be admitted.
The programme has a strong international emphasis. Besides it offers a wide range of options ranging from a theoretical to an empirical and applied orientation.
Amsterdam MSc Economics graduates have good job prospects for: staff and research functions at international organisations such as the IMF, World Bank, OECD, ECB and other European Community institutions; staff functions at ministries (including Finance, Economic Affairs, Social Affairs); government agencies such as of economic forecasting and of economic policy research economic statistics , competition policy , Central Banks, staff and research functions in employers and employee organisations; consumer organisations, environmental organisations etc.; staff and research functions at banks; staff and research functions at large business companies. After completing the MSc programme, very good research oriented students may follow a PhD track, which will take four years.
The Netherlands – and in particular the city of Amsterdam – is well known for its international orientation, both culturally and economically, which goes back to the 17th century. Amsterdam is the financial and economic heart of the Netherlands, and has a distinctive cosmopolitan character
For further information:
Master of Sciences Programme in Economics
Attention: Ms. Diana Hense (Programme Manager)
Email: msc-fee@uva.nl
Refer to: Brochure and application form
www.fee.uva.nl/english
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Master of Science in Econometrics
Master of Science (MSc) programme in Econometrics is a multi-disciplinary masters programme providing a balanced and rigorous training in quantitative analysis of problems in economics and finance. Students can choose one of the following three specialisations in Econometrics:
Econometrics
Financial econometrics
Mathematical economics
The programme consists of advanced courses in mathematical economics as well as econometrics. Mathematical economics deals with mathematical modeling of market phenomena such as price adjustment processes. Econometrics deals with statistical modeling, estimation and testing whether economic models match observed patterns in real economic and financial data. At the end of the masters programme, students should be able to apply advanced mathematical and statistical methods, supported by modern software packages such as EViews and OX, to explore and analyze quantitative problems in economics and finance.
For further information:
Master of Sciences Programme in Econometrics
Attention: Ms. Diana Hense (Programme Manager)
Email: msc-fee@uva.nl
Refer to: Brochure and application form
www.fee.uva.nl/english
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Master of Science in Real Estate Finance
The one-year Master programme in Real Estate Finance is designed to provide advanced knowledge and training in the financial and economic aspects of commercial real estate. This specialist real estate programme draws on the University's long established cluster of real estate studies in Amsterdam in cooperation with the real estate industry. The degree programme is available to national and international full-time students, is taught in English and seeks an international perspective both in its approach to real estate markets and finance and its student body. Its focus on real estate finance and investment is ideal for those students seeking a career in the real estate industry and related finance (asset manager, securitization specialist, stock analyst, appraiser, consultant, acquisition analyst, project manager, credit analyst, international property broker). The Amsterdam School of Real Estate supports the academic real estate programme and offers students the opportunity to participate in research activities. Students have full access to its study environment with 30.000 book titles and specialised journals, dissertations and reports in the field of commercial property. In their future career, graduates will find themselves at an advantage because in this programme they learn how to analyse both the quantitative and the qualitative characteristics of commercial property assets managed within a dynamic business environment.
For further information:
Master of Sciences Programme in Real Estate Finance
Attention: Ms. Diana Hense (Programme Manager)
Email: msc-fee@uva.nl
Refer to: Brochure and application form
www.fee.uva.nl/english
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Master in Philosophy
The Tinbergen Institute the FEE offers a master's programme in economics, leading to a Master of Philosophy degree in economics. The programme is selective and very demanding and is intended for excellent students.
The master's programme is part of a five-year Ph.D. track, but can also serve as an excellent preparation for students who are aiming for a career in consulting or policy advice organisations.
Annually, a limited number of students are admitted after a thorough selection procedure. Selection criteria are quality and aspirations of the students. At the moment, 50% of the students come from abroad, e.g. from Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Rusland, Romania, Indonesia, China and, last but not least, the US.
For further information:
Email: resam-fee@uva.nl
Refer to: Tinbergen Institute
www.fee.uva.nl/english
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The city of Amsterdam
The City of Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, and is one of Europe's most frequently visited cities. According to the Lonely Planet 'Amsterdam combines a huge case of big city exuberance with small-town manageability; it doesn't take much more than chaining your bike to a bridge to feel like you've got a handle on the place.' It is this mix which makes Amsterdam a pleasure, both to visit and as a home. It is a real cosmopolitan capital, and one of Europe's most beautiful at that, with an enormous number of attractions. It is also relatively small, peaceful, well ordered and an easy place to find your way around.
The historic city centre is famous for its monuments and canals. Amsterdam also has an outstanding, and well-deserved, reputation for the variety of entertainment it provides. If you visit the tourist websites, for example www.visitamsterdam.nl, or for a less formal view see the Lonely Planet, Time Out or Rough Guides sites, you will find an unmatched list of possibilities. On top of that, Amsterdam has always been known for its free intellectual environment, which has had a very stimulating effect on the international exchange of ideas and research. Amsterdam has continuously proven itself to be an important centre for cultural, social and financial developments. Perhaps more important for the visitor is its liberal approach to social issues. The city has a mix of cultures and ethnic groups that are made welcome here in a manner that is probably unmatched within Europe.
With its proximity to the international airport, Schiphol, about half an hour from the University, there is easy access to all parts of the world. A few hours' journey will take you to most other European cities. Cities such as Barcelona, Berlin, Edinburgh, Paris, London, and Rome are easily within reach for a long weekend. Public transport around Amsterdam and the Netherlands is also excellent and this is a great help for day-to-day living and for visiting the Netherlands and its neighbours.
A study of the quality of life in 215 major cities world-wide ranked Amsterdam 12th out of 215 (William M. Mercer, London, 2001) and Time Out has called Amsterdam 'in a nutshell, one of the most consistently surprising, thrilling, intriguing, (and) compelling cities on earth.' William Mercer's have also evaluated Amsterdam as one of the cheapest capital cities in Europe - only Lisbon offered a lower cost of living.
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