This programme connects economy-wide questions with the financial markets through which many policy effects are transmitted.
Offered by Barcelona School of Economics.
Course essentials
- Institution
- Barcelona School of Economics (BSE)
- Country
- Spain
- Subject
- Economics
- Study level
- Master's degree
- Teaching language
- English
- Study format
- On campus
- Campus
- Bellaterra (UAB) and Ciutadella (UPF), Barcelona area, Spain
- Duration
- 1 year full-time
- Credits
- 60 ECTS
- Tuition
- The programme displays a student fee of €18,500 alongside 2027–28 intake information. Confirm the amount in your offer; any tuition funding is competitive.
- Intake
- September 2027. The official page lists 15 January 2027 as the application deadline.
Information reviewed: 2026-10-27
Learning and practical experience
Students study macroeconomic models, empirical methods and coding in Matlab, Python and R. Forecasting and policy analysis connect with an independent thesis on a macro-financial question.
Choosing your direction
It may suit interests in central-bank analysis, financial research or doctoral study. Compare its focus on whole economies with programmes centred more narrowly on individual firms or financial products.
Applying and planning your budget
Applicants need a qualifying degree, strong quantitative preparation, references and a statement of purpose. The listed English thresholds include IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90. Read the current admissions details for accepted evidence.
The programme displays a student fee of €18,500 alongside 2027–28 intake information. Confirm the amount in your offer; any tuition funding is competitive.
Our Spain study guide helps with accommodation and other practical preparations.
Sources: official programme page. Reviewed 27 October 2026.