Econometrics: Financial Econometrics

The Financial Econometrics track of the Master's programme in Econometrics focuses on mathematical and statistical techniques and their application to financial models and time series.

The varied and flexible structure of the Master's programme in Econometrics means you can focus on the specific topics that interest you most. The programme provides you with the skills, expertise and techniques required to apply robust statistical methods to explore the topics, research and issues associated with this discipline. Besides the Financial Econometrics track, the programme offers four more tracks from which you can choose one to specialise in: * Big Data Business Analytics: study correlations between data flows for predictive purposes and apply game theory to social media and the internet. * Econometrics: emphasises quantitative techniques for microeconometric and macroeconometric analysis. * Mathematical Economics: emphasises mathematical modelling of economic and financial markets. * Free track: a flexible combination of the four specialisations. Combining this programme with a Mathematical MSc for a double degree is also possible. By the end of the Master's programme, you will be able to apply advanced mathematical and statistical methods using modern software packages for the exploration and analysis of problems in economics and finance.

Types of teaching (in year 1):

• theory: 30%
• practice: 10%
• self study: 60%

Programme internationalization:

This programme has a workload of 60 ECTS.

Grade list: A certified grade list(s) is considered in the evaluation. Previous education: Applicants are expected to hold a Bachelor‘s or Master‘s degree in Econometrics, or to have taken econometrics as a major subject. Please note that a Bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences or a Fachhochschule (Germany) are not taken into consideration. Specific entry requirements apply to Chinese students and African students. For more information about entry requirements please see www.uva.nl/msc-econometrics (Financial Econometrics / Application and admission / Entry requirements). Entry test: A GRE is compulsory for all applicants to the Master's programme in Econometrics. In the following cases we also accept a GMAT test: * if you have already obtained a GMAT score * if in your country it is difficult to take the GRE test on a short notice (e.g. China, Taiwan) Students that come from one of our partner universities are exempted from taking the GRE test. Written request: Applicants should submit a motivation letter with their application form. Additional language requirements:Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: B1IELTS overall band: 6.5IELTS listening: 6IELTS reading: 6IELTS writing: 6IELTS speaking: 6TOEFL paper based: 580TOEFL computer based: 237TOEFL internet based: 92 English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) TOEFL paper-based test score : 580 TOEFL iBT® test: 92

Scholarships / Grants:

European Commission:
Erasmus Mundus is a new programme of the European Commission. Its aim is to improve the quality of European higher education through joint master's degree programmes offered by partner institutions in the member states.
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The University of Amsterdam:
The University of Amsterdam provides a limited number of full and partial scholarships for excellent students from outside the European Economic Area. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships have specifically been designed to offer talented, ambitious and dedicated students the opportunity to pursue a Mast
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Students from Columbia can apply for this scholarship through their website.
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European Commission:
The Alban Scholarship programme aims at the reinforcement of the European Union-Latin America cooperation in the area of Higher Education. * for postgraduate studies. * for specialization studies at any of the eligible recognised organizations of Higher Training (companies included).
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Open Society Institute:
The Open Society Scholarship Programs fund the participation of students, scholars, and professionals from the former Soviet Union, Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East in rigorous, competitive academic programs outside of their home countries.
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Accreditation

Accredited by: NVAO in: The Netherlands