Master in International and Monetary Economics (MIME)
A highly selective joint Master's program by the Universities of Basel and Bern focusing on monetary policy and international economics.
Best for:Best for ambitious students with a strong quantitative background in economics seeking careers in central banking or academia.
Overview
The Master in International and Monetary Economics (MIME) is a prestigious joint degree program offered by the Universities of Basel and Bern. It provides a rigorous curriculum centered on monetary policy, financial markets, and international macroeconomics, with a strong emphasis on quantitative and analytical methods. The program is designed to prepare high-caliber students for influential careers in central banks, international organizations, and regulatory agencies, or for admission into top-tier PhD programs globally. Students benefit from a specialized, English-taught environment that fosters academic excellence and professional development.
What you'll do
- Complete advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.
- Engage in core coursework covering monetary theory and international macroeconomics.
- Select and complete a specialization track in areas such as FinTech or quantitative macroeconomics.
- Conduct an in-depth research project for the Master's thesis to demonstrate academic expertise.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in economics or a related field with a strong quantitative background.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; minimum B2 level (Common European Framework)
Instruction: English
- Strong foundation in quantitative methods
- Academic excellence in undergraduate studies
- High motivation and ambition for academic or professional achievement
- Hold a bachelor's degree in economics or a related field
- Meet English language proficiency requirements
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-04-30
Interested candidates should review the specific admission requirements on the official program website. Applications must be submitted through the designated university portal by the stated deadlines.
- Academic transcripts
- Bachelor's degree certificate
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