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Master's Degree Course in Economic Analysis and Policy

The Master's Degree Course in Economic Analysis and Policy is part of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in economics EPOG+, supported by the European Union.

Location: Turin

Reference Departments: Culture, Politica e Società and Economia e Statistica "Cognetti De Martiis”

Location: Paris (UTC; Sorbonne; U-Paris)

Location: Johannesbourg

Duration: 2 years

Classification of Degree: LM-56

Host institutions and countries:

  • Semester 1: Università degli studi di Torino (Italy)
  • Semester 2: Università degli studi di Torino (Italy)
  • Semester 3: Paris (joint programme at Université de technologie de Compiègne, Sorbonne Université and Université de Paris)
  • Semester 4: to be defined – among above and Partners

Host institutions and countries:

  • Semester 1: Università degli studi di Torino (Italy)
  • Semester 2: University of the Witwatersrand (South-Africa)
  • Semester 3: Paris (joint programme at Université de technologie de Compiègne, Sorbonne Université and Université de Paris)
  • Semester 4: to be defined

Educational goals
The inter-university master's degree program with joint title in Economic Analysis and Policy is an integral part of the master's program Economic Policies for the Global transition + (EPOG+). EPOG+ master's program has been developed to train students with the skills to deal with the current and future challenges of economic transition, associated with digitalization, climate change and the conflicting pressures of globalization. It involves a simultaneous rethinking of macroeconomic, financial, industrial and development policies, with attention to the environmental impacts of potential decisions. It is based on the articulation of policies at local, national and global levels.  
Knowledge and understanding 
Graduates of the Master's Degree in Economic Analysis and Policy have a high level of professional, practical and specialized training and are able to develop original ideas in analysis and, through an understanding of policy-making processes, in the resolution of economic problems related to innovation in the context of economic transition (associated with digitalization, climate change and globalization) and economic development. They are often highly applied and take place in computer-based classrooms or require interactive participation through project development, research work and class presentations, either individually or in groups. A large number of meetings with experts from public bodies and private companies are organized as part of the Master's degree course. Learning is assessed through written and oral examinations, and the development and presentation of projects and research work carried out by students based on precise guidelines. 
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding 
Graduates in Economic Analysis and Policy are able to apply the models they have studied to practical situations, choosing the appropriate tools for different types of problems, and are able to devise 'creative' solutions to objectives. This ability is the result of applied and interactive teaching activities, both individual and in groups, based on the development of projects, the study of real cases, the drafting and presentation of research reports, and the provision of numerous workshops among the other activities that allow the development of operational skills. The verification of the actual acquisition of the ability to apply knowledge takes place in part, as with the verification of knowledge and understanding, through examinations, elaboration and presentation of projects and research. But also, particularly for many courses in the second year, the learning of the aforementioned skills and their verification are contextually based on the product of the student's work under the guidance of the teachers. 
Making judgments 
Graduates must possess the ability to process complex and/or fragmented information and to arrive at original and autonomous ideas and judgements, which must take account of ethical and social responsibilities. They are able to develop logically correct arguments with a clear identification of premises and consequences. They are also able to critically evaluate their own conduct, intervening where necessary to correct the solutions proposed. 
Communication skills 
Master's graduates in Economic Analysis and Policy are able to communicate ideas, problems and solutions, whether developed by them or taken over from others, to specialized personnel and not, verbally as in writing or via computer support. Communication skills are based on a solid competence in English. Communication skills will be supported, stimulated and examined, in order to verify the achievement of the expected results, with activities of elaboration of projects, theoretical and empirical researches, reports on in-depth topics of which the communication skills of the students will be evaluated. Students' ICT skills will also be assessed; to this end, students will be provided with adequate ICT resources. The thesis must be written in English.
Learning skills 
Graduates should have acquired the tools to address, in an original and autonomous way, specific problems concerning the analysis and resolution of economic problems related to innovation in the context of economic transition (associated with digitalization, climate change and globalization) and economic development. They must also be able to put into practice the knowledge and experience gained at the university in order to carry out a professional activity in an authoritative and autonomous manner, while also acquiring the ability to be able to update culturally and professionally as part of the necessary lifelong learning. These results can be achieved through the use of traditional teaching methods, but also through research and application activities such as the final internship associated with the thesis. In particular, students will be supported in the preparation of their final thesis in order to verify if they have acquired the capacity for autonomy and self-organization in dealing with a given subject of study, so as to be able to go beyond what they have learnt in courses during the two years of study.  

The final examination consists of a written dissertation written in an original way, with the personal contribution of the candidate, useful for understanding, deepening or innovating a relevant topic in the chosen discipline, applying and refining methods or carrying out empirical tests.
The work is carried out under the guidance of a supervisor and a co-rapporteur, on topics related to the disciplines studied for the degree.
The thesis must be written in English.
 

Professional opportunities
  • Innovation and development economist in national and international public institutions
  • Official of economic development in organizations and agencies at different levels of government - local, regional, national and international
  • National and international civil servant
  • Young economist, young researcher and analyst in public and private, national and international bodies and research centers and international organizations such as the World Bank and OECD
  • Continuation of studies in a doctoral program
  • Management specialists in public administration
  • Specialists in economic systems
  • Specialists in product innovation management
  • Business consultant
Professions, ISTAT coding:
  • Specialisti della gestione nella Pubblica Amministrazione - (2.5.1.1.1)
  • Specialisti nella commercializzazione di beni e servizi (escluso il settore ICT) - (2.5.1.5.2)
  • Specialisti delle relazioni pubbliche, dell'immagine e professioni assimilate - (2.5.1.6.0)
  • Specialisti dei sistemi economici - (2.5.3.1.1)

Course held in English

Governance and Organization

Course Description in Universitaly - the official website of the Ministry of Education and Research (MIUR)

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