The ever-changing economic sector must integrate the digital technologies that shape our lives. Traditional economics tends to underestimate how much new technologies impact societies, governments and businesses. In this program, you’ll study the implications of automation, e-platforms, and the circular and sharing economy, often excluded in regular economic programs. Elements such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, analytics and big data affect decision-making and economic policy while creating new local and global economic opportunities.

The foundations of economics are constructed under the assumption of rational human behavior and optimal decision-making. However, research has shown that human conduct is reshaping long-established economic principles. In this program, you’ll explore and study behavioral economics, experimental economics and behavioral nudging, which gain more relevance in the field every day.

After building solid foundations in economics during the first three academic years, you’ll be able to specialize in one of two different fields in your fourth year. These specializations, designed to give you the tools necessary to drive various areas within economics, will help you tailor your studies to your own needs. Specialize in Country, Sector and Policy Analysis to better understand how governments and different sectors play a vital role in the economy; or specialize in Economic and Financial Analysis for Business to explore how the economy affects financial markets and business performance across different industries and sectors.

Study the economy from a global perspective to comprehend its impact on international relations, governments and organizations. You’ll explore topics like public affairs, governance, global finance, trade and crisis management, allowing you to understand the dynamics underpinning the economic reality that drives our world. Through this broad approach, you’ll develop the skills necessary to become a successful economist capable of tackling challenges on an international scale.