Master in Economic Theory and Econometrics

The Master 2 in "Economic Theory and Econometrics" allows students to acquire a thorough, general training (in economic theory, econometrics, industrial organisation, etc.) before choosing a specific area of research.
This master is specially designed for students interested in economic theory, econometrics, industrial organisation, macroeconomics and other theoretical and applied fields. It offers a large range of courses that allow students to start a PhD in the best possible conditions, particularly those who have not yet chosen their research topic.

The "Doctoral track" allows students to acquire a thorough and advanced general training in economic theory (micro, macro and econometrics) before choosing a specific area of research.
This program is specially designed for students interested in micro and macro theory, econometrics, industrial organisation and other theoretical and applied fields. It offers a large range of courses that allow students to start a PhD in the best possible conditions.
Master thesis, advised by a faculty member, should show the aptitude and the skills of the students to do autonomous research in application to the PhD course.
 

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Students must complete 6 graduate courses of 36 hours (3 at the 1st Semester and 3 at the 2nd semester) and 3 graduate courses of 30 hours ( 1 at the 1st Semester and 2 at the 2nd semester ) and write a Master thesis in application to the PhD course. Master thesis, advised by a faculty member, should show the aptitude and the skills of the students to do autonomous research in application to the PhD course.

Program 2026-2027

M2 "Economics" - Economic Theory and Econometrics - International track

(Syllabi are updated regularly, not contractual)

* Choice of this course will have to be validated by the Master Director
** Mathematics Refresher courses opened to 1st and 2nd year Master students
*** A student can only validate one of these courses

Bonus point

Participation in sports or cultural activities, civic engagement or work-related activities may be eligible for bonus points. For further details, please refer to the French assessment guidelines (MCC) for the course shown opposite.

Admission process to the ETE program is extremely selective and based on academic excellence (cohort of 20 students).

TSE M1 students are welcome to apply whatever the program they are following. 

External students may apply if they successfully completed a 4-year undergraduate degree or a Master’s degree in the fields of Economics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, etc. 

A high level in Mathematics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics is necessary to enter the program.

Courses are entirely taught in English: a C1 English language certificate may be required depending on the applicant’s profile (IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT or CAE).

Applicants who do not hold a degree obtained in the French higher education system are required to submit GRE test results.

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Nicolas Listl, Master ETE at TSE, actually economist at the European Commission.