Economic Policy and Quantitative Methods (EPQM)

Testimonials

In my search for a Master’s course with a stronger focus on empirics and quantitative methods than the usual economics programs, I came across the new EPQM Master. The program delivers what it promises: it is very research-focused and application-oriented, with an emphasis on hands-on training in data analysis and close links to leading research institutes. In addition, the classes are small, which allows for intensive supervision and exchange with the lecturers.

I have witnessed the economic cycle play out in my country, and it has been my passion to understand how a given state of an economy is reached by the set of policies she chooses to adopt. Without having the mind to stop at that point, but also to have deep knowledge of the essential tool of a policy that works, I proceeded to study MSc. EPQM. Without doubts, the focus on evidence-based policy analyses, the advanced but comprehensive learning method, and the quality student-lecturer relationship of the program matched my search.

Coming from an interdisciplinary but rather theoretical bachelor with a focus on economics, I wanted to study real-life problems in macro-, climate, and environmental economics. This Master’s program was the perfect choice for that. In addition to gaining exciting climate policy insights due to the cooperation with the scientific think tank MCC, I have also had the opportunity to learn a lot in my work as a research assistant.

The EPQM Master’s program was the perfect choice for me as its focus on quantitative methods prepares me well for modern evidence-based research. I enjoy the outstanding student-to-faculty ratio and the close cooperation with renowned research institutions. A highlight of my study will be my term abroad at Duke University due to a partnership agreement of the University of Potsdam.

I decided to study Economic Policy and Quantitative Methods because I wanted to learn how to utilize data sets and perform quantitative analysis in order to answer pressing issues of our time. I very much enjoy the practical aspects of the program, learning how to use statistical software, which also prepares for a successful career in various fields. Small class sizes make for a personal atmosphere, not only do you get to meet fellow students more easily, teachers and professors are very approachable.

Coming from a rather big university, I wanted to enrol in a Master's program that promised small classes and a better student-teacher ratio. This expectation was met with the Economic Policy and Quantitative Methods program. What sets the program apart from others is that it does not only focus on economic theory, but also has a high practical component. I learned to answer economic and policy questions with the help of data, using statistical software such as STATA and R.