Economics at the Hertie School
Economics students who want to build on their knowledge to dive deeper into policy-relevant topics in, e.g., energy, health or public economics find a rich portfolio of courses with a strong applied focus at Hertie School. Courses, typically taught in small groups, foster students’ understanding of the policy-making process and the political economy of why policies are (or are not) adopted. Together with Hertie School’s Data Science Lab, the teaching also links machine learning techniques with state-of-the art methods for impact evaluations.
At the Hertie School, students acquire an interdisciplinary skill set, study alongside peers from over 50 countries and set themselves up for a career in policy.
To which Master's programme should you apply?
If you want to study Economics and Economic Policy at Hertie you should apply either to our Master of Public Policy (MPP) or to the Master of Data Science for Public Policy (MDS). Here's an overview:
The Master of Public Policy (MPP) provides the tools that decision-makers require to analyse policies, critically assess policy innovations and evaluate solutions. This hands-on programme gives students not only knowledge but also experience that they can use to promote good policies in all sectors. The interdisciplinary programme is ideal for those who want to understand and get involved in public policy-making, learn analytical and managerial skills and help shape tomorrow's world.
Key facts about the programme:
- 2-year, full-time programme (120 ECTS) in English, MPP degree
- Specialise in policy analysis or governance and leadership
- Integrated professional development: Internship and Professional Year programme
- Career services, professional and alumni network
- Leading international faculty
- Scholarships available
- International academic exchanges and dual degrees
- Qualifies for a job-seeking visa in Germany (up to 18 months after graduating)
- Accredited by German Accreditation Council
The Master of Data Science for Public Policy (MDS) brings together students from both technical and social science backgrounds to deepen their analytical skills and develop an in-depth, datadriven understanding of the policy world. During this two-year master's, they learn how to leverage advances in data science methods to tackle some of the most complex economic, social, political and environmental challenges of our time.
Key facts about the programme:
- 2-year, full-time programme (120 ECTS) in English
- Degree: Master of Science (MSc)
- Career services, professional and alumni network
- Leading international faculty
- Scholarships available
- Qualifies for a job-seeking visa in Germany (up to 18 months after graduation)
- Accredited by German Accreditation Council
Both the MPP and MDS curricula feature a wide range of courses that teach quantitative methods and their application to economic policy debates. Here's an overview of the two programmes:
Our core Econ Faculty