LM(EC)2 – Two year Master's programme in Economics and Econometrics – Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna

Micro and macro topics are covered in a balanced way, through the lens of both theory and empirical evidence. The program has a strong research orientation and prepares students for successful careers in private and public institutions that require advanced quantitative expertise, as well as for admission to top Ph.D. programs worldwide.

The program’s approach, based on a balanced mix of economic theory and econometric methods, provides students with a solid grounding and a deep understanding of both foundational concepts and frontier research applications. Students learn to use powerful analytical and quantitative tools to tackle theoretical and empirical economic questions, interpreting and analyzing complex economic phenomena in models, markets, and data.

Its advanced and technically rigorous structure makes it an excellent foundation for Ph.D. studies and other research-driven career paths.

You should enroll in this program if you are interested in pursuing a research-oriented career within international organizations, academia, public or private research centers, regulatory authorities, central banks, corporations, consulting firms, or other professions requiring strong analytical and quantitative skills.

APPLICATIONS

There are 3 application intakes per academic year:

Intake 1: 22nd January – 26th February 2026

Intake 2: 17th March – 23rd April 2026

Intake 3: 11th May - 17th June 2026