The purpose of the profile is to give the student a broad and profound knowledge of relevant quantitative and empirical methods for analysing project-using-decision-theory, cost-benefit-analysis, cost-efficiency and other related tools. A distinctive feature of the profile is that it focuses on applying economic and econometric theory on real-life problems - preferable in cooperation with partners outside the university.
General competences for the Economics profiles:
The master's programme in Economics, cand.oecon., provides knowledge based on the highest international research within the profile area. MSc graduates in Economics are able to understand and on a scientific basis reflect on this knowledge as well as identify relevant scientific problems.
MSc graduates in Economics are able to work independently and with a systematic, goal-oriented and analytical approach to solve various problems, both individually and in collaboration with others. MSc graduates in Economics are able to structure their own learning and are capable of seeking and adapting new knowledge acquired from national and international sources