MA in Applied Economics

The Master of Arts in Applied Economics program is designed for ambitious students who wish to earn a first-class Masters-level economics education that prepares them to succeed in international professional positions as analysts, economists, and consultants at financial institutions, central banks, international and non-profit organizations. Students gain analytical skills and learn to solve practical problems while earning a U.S. Masters’ degree in Applied Economics in Prague in one year.

12-month MA Program Leading to a U.S. Degree

The Master of Arts in Applied Economics program is chartered by the University of the State of New York (the New York State Board of Regents) and it is the only Applied Economics graduate program in Europe with a U.S. charter. After only 12 months of full-time study the MA in Applied Economics graduates receive a U.S. Masters degree. The entire program is in English, including professional English-language communications training.

Price of Complete MA Program is only 8500 Euro

The tuition for the MA in Applied Economics Program is highly competitive and tuition discounts are available for outstanding students. There is no application fee and applications are accepted throughout the year. You receive an admissions decision within 15 calendar days of receipt of your application.

Campus in the Center of Prague

The CERGE-EI building is located in the center of Prague, a beautiful and affordable European city with a great social life.

International Faculty and Expert Professionals

CERGE-EI permanent faculty include scholars from a variety of countries. Professors hold PhDs from top institutions including Princeton, Johns Hopkins, Stanford, the London School of Economics, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, and University College London.

Many MA in Applied Economics courses are taught by professionals working in government organizations, central banks, and private enterprises. These experts are well-positioned to provide an applied and hands-on education.

Diverse Student Community

CERGE-EI students come from 35 countries. Their diverse academic backgrounds include economics, finance, accounting and auditing, business administration and management, mathematics, international relations, political science, and law.

Professional Career Development

CERGE-EI provides full support for students in professional career development and job search. Our graduates hold high-level positions in 32 countries worldwide.

Employers include international organizations (e.g. The World Bank, IMF, EBRD, ILO, UNDP, and OECD), government ministries, central banks, universities, and the private sector (e.g. McKinsey, BCG, Moody‘s, Ernst & Young, eBay, IBM, Deloitte, Credit Suisse, Altria, Citibank, and Raiffeisenbank).

Prestigious Education and Research Institute

CERGE-EI is ranked globally among the top 3% of economics institutions by the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) and in the top 5% by Research Papers in Economics (RePEC).

Personalized Student Support

Complete personalized support, including guidance through the visa application process, assistance with housing, helping with adapting to living in Prague, and a lot more, from the time you apply to the time you graduate.