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Responsables

Tanguy VAN YPERSELE — — Head of Master in Economics
Eva RAIBER — — Head of M1 in Economics

Aims

The aim of the Master’s in Economics is to train economists capable of understanding contemporary economic problems both on theoretical and applied levels. These economists will be able to understand the environment in which companies and administrative bodies operate and to anticipate the issues that arise.
The Master’s has a quantitative dimension vital in a society where data play an increasingly important role; a considerable increase in jobs related to economic analysis and data exploitation is expected.

Targeted students

This Master’s addresses students who wish to further develop their knowledge of econometrics and quantitative economics with a view to the job market (Bac+5) or doctoral studies. The target audience are students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in economics or similar, a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics or a bachelor’s degree in social sciences with a quantitative orientation and economics courses.

Admission conditions

First-year entry (M1) is recommended but it is possible to enter the second year (M2). All students must submit an application file, on MonMaster or Études en France, which will be examined by the pedagogical commission of the Faculty of Economics and Management. Apply at the time of admission on the dedicated platform. For more details on the procedure to follow, please consult the faculty’s website.

Structure and organisation

The first year of Master (M1) consists of two semesters. The first semester is devoted to expanding methodological skills and fundamental economic knowledge. The second semester includes applied courses in the various fields of economics, advanced quantitative courses, and optional courses. The M1 classes can be taken in Marseille or Aix-en-Provence.
Courses in Marseille are taught exclusively in English. In Aix-en-Provence, most courses are taught in French and in English.
The M2 DADEE track is in Aix-en-Provence.
The M2 Economics Research track is in Marseille.
The M2 DADEE is open to apprenticeship.

Learning sites

FEG, Site Îlot Bernard Dubois
FEG, Marseille
FEG, Site Ferry

Learning and research

The Master in Economics is part of the École Universitaire de recherche (EUR) AMSE, which includes almost almost a hundred researchers from Aix-Marseille Université (AMU), Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS), École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS), Centrale Méditerranée (ECM) and Sciences Po Aix.
The teachers are selected according to their expertise within those institutions. The teaching staff is supplemented with practitioners.

Knowledge to be acquired

Given the rapid evolution of needs in the job market, this degree will train professionals able to adapt to these changes. Such adaptability implies economic phenomena and requires extensive technical knowledge of economics. The first year of the degree will allow the student to acquire fundamental knowledge of theoretical economics and quantitative methods.

Professional skills to be acquired

M2 Track Data, Analysis, Decision, Economic Evaluation - DADEE

Performing descriptive and predictive analyses, based on a thorough understanding of specific economic sectors and proficiency in a broad range of data analysis methods.
Applying methods of economic calculus to support managerial decision-making or to manage programmes and economic policies.
Conducting economic projects in the fields of environmental economics, health economics, development economics, housing economics, transport economics, taking into account the macroeconomic context.
Analysing economic problems by first identifying the specific needs of the private or public institutions handling the project and contributing specific expertise in economic analysis and/or statistics.
Writing synopses in French and in English and presenting them clearly to a knowledgeable audience and/or a jury.
Mastering the international dimensions of economic issues related to the environment, climate and peace (IDEAL option).

M2 Track Research in economics

Ability to contribute to novel scientific output in economic sciences.
Ability to highlight the value of research results
Capacity to solve economic problems.
Expertise in an area of economic research.

Internships and supervised projects

An end-of-study internship is compulsory in the Master 2 DADEE track and optional for the Research pathway, lasting between 3 and 6 months. In the Master 2 DADEE “apprenticeship” track students alternate between time at university and time in their firms.

Professional integration rate

Seeked careers

Our students find jobs in France and abroad.

Examples of jobs held by our graduates:

General economist,
Research manager,
Data analyst,
Data consulting,
Project manager,
Quantitative analyst,
Economic journalist,
Project manager,
Economic advisor,
Business consultant,
Consultant,
Positions in government agencies, international organisations, banks, financial institutions and NGOs,
Positions in the economic departments of embassies, consulates and ministries accessible by competitive examination,
Business and government economist,
Positions in support of public decision-making.

Watch the alumni talks on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMSEChannel/playlists

Continuing studies

Students, when enrolled in the research track, can apply to a PhD program and write a thesis, at AMSE or other universities.

Partners

Our teaching methods interact with the professional world, adding a professional and operational dimension to our courses. The partners with whom we currently collaborate (internships, advisory boards) and/or who contribute to the training are numerous.
The Master’s advisory board serves as a means to position the program within the local economic environment and beyond. It guides and validates our pedagogical choices and serves as a listening and informational resource for the socio-economic environment.

Typical course list

Research in Economics
Data, Analysis, Decision and Economic Evaluation

Support for your academic choices

At the end of the first semester in M1, an information meeting is organized to inform students of the possibilities for their M2 and/or to advise them individually if necessary. Every year, our alumni meet with students during the school’s career day and present their AMSE experience and their career paths.

Support for your labor market integration

Students have access to a network of partner companies that they meet regularly during courses and events. They can also attend "cover letter/resume/individual interview" workshops provided to guide them in their search for an internship. Finally, they are regularly invited to respond to internship offers that are directed to us.

Support for your studies abroad

The Master’s program is bilingual in M1 and in English only in M2. It welcomes international students (nearly 50%), some of whom receive Eiffel scholarships. The student can spend the M1 abroad following one of our double degree programs with the universities of Kent, Konstanz, Lisbon, Tübingen and Venice. In this case the student spends the entire year abroad. Students work in an international environment, speaking and writing in English.

Contacts

Administrative secretary: Sarah WUILLEMOT, sarah.wuillemot[at]univ-amu.fr

TO BE SELECTED ON MASTER 1

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Discilpine : Law, Economics, Management
Departement : Faculty of Economics and Management (FEG)
Credits : 120
Other links :
- https://www.amse-aixmarseille.fr/fr
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Registration fees

Initial training fees : 250 €
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