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Economics

The study profile provides an in-depth understanding of economic interrelationships at various levels. It covers both microeconomic fundamentals such as individual decisions and market processes as well as macroeconomic aspects such as macroeconomic developments and economic policy measures. In addition, special areas such as financial markets, regional economic structures and the application of quantitative methods are studied in depth.

Students can choose modules from the following areas:

Applied Economics: Provides advanced knowledge of modern macroeconomics. The focus is on the analysis of dynamic equilibrium models, the application of econometric methods and the evaluation of quantitative models of business cycle analysis. The ability to work independently on current research questions in monetary economics and economic policy is promoted.

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Macroeconomics: Provides a comprehensive examination of key issues in macroeconomic development. Topics range from long-term growth drivers and causes of wealth inequality, the role of government fiscal policy and the dynamics of regional developments to current challenges such as sustainability and limits to growth.

Microeconomics: Provides an in-depth understanding of individual decision-making and market processes. From game theory, which analyzes strategic behavior, to the empirical study of markets and consumer behavior, the content covers a wide range of topics.

Economic policy: The focus is on current economic policy challenges, particularly in the area of labor market economics. Topics covered include wage formation, human capital and technological change. Methodologically, the focus is on the analysis of company and employee data. Independent work on your own research projects plays a central role.

Economic statistics: Provides a solid foundation in quantitative methods in the context of economic research questions.

The study profile combines scientific approaches with real questions and data sets. The independent application of software tools as well as theoretical and statistical methods is encouraged. Students develop the necessary technical skills for a successful career as well as the ability to generate and communicate scientific findings.

Is this Study Profile a Good Fit?

This study profile is a good choice for students with the following prior knowledge, skills and areas of interest:

  • Suitable prior knowledge from the Bachelor's degree program
  • Affinity for the systematic analysis of data and decision-making contexts as well as the preparation of forecasts
  • Interest in current economic and economic policy developments, as well as working on economic issues from a social perspective
  • Enjoy acquiring and deepening theoretical and empirical methods with direct application relevance

Core Areas of the Study Profile

Students in this study profile choose at least six modules that focus on these areas:

More information on the course of study and module selection can be found in the examination regulations.

Career Prospects

Examples for careers that would be suited to graduates with this competency profile include:

  • Applied Economics
  • Finance
  • International Accounting and Auditing
  • Management Science
  • Public Economics
  • Human Resource Development and Change Management
  • Corporate Taxation
  • Management Accounting and Controlling

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