Econometrics and Operations Research Maastricht University

Overview

Econometricians use their mathematical and statistical expertise to sift through mountains of economic data in order to find trends. This ability has an enormous number of applications for business, government and research throughout the world, including:

• making companies run smoothly
• increasing profit sustainably
• predicting financial trends
• understanding how people’s behaviour affects the market
• dealing with wider economic issues and crises 

All of these practical applications make Econometrics and Operations Research a booming field with huge prospects for graduates. The School of Business and Economics not only helps you become a well-trained econometrician, but Maastricht University also immerses you in an interpersonal, intercultural and international setting that gives you an extra edge in an increasingly globalised world.

Career

Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Econometrics and Operations Research places you in a strong position for both academic and professional success. This programme equips you with highly valued analytical and quantitative skills that open doors to a wide range of opportunities.

You may choose to continue your studies with a relevant master’s programme, which is strongly recommended to deepen your expertise and enhance your career prospects. Alternatively, you can enter the job market directly, where your skill set is in high demand across sectors such as finance, consultancy, technology and government.