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Admission to a PhD

Candidates who already hold a Master's degree or equivalent and who wish to enter a PhD programme at thesis level, regardless of their previous studies (international or French), should apply directly online . The doctoral programme must be chosen carefully: only one application per year is possible, all doctoral programmes combined. If your second year of Master is currently ongoing, you may still apply pending your final results. 

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• Criteria for the application evaluation

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Financing studies, co-supervised thesis, joint thesis, doctoral programmes in economics, history*, political science and sociology**.

Applications starting 11 October 2023

To be eligible for assessment, your application must be  complete and submitted before:

• 10 January 2024 at 11:59pm (Paris time),   for an admission result mid-March 2024
• 17 May 2024 at 11:59pm (Paris time),   for an admission result mid-July 2024

Auditions for applicants may be organised  on 18 June 2024 for the Doctoral programme in History (*) Possible sociology doctorate auditions on 26 June 2024 (**).

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Only one admission session this year for the Doctoral programme in  Law (*)

• 12 March 2024 at 11:59pm (Paris time) for an admission result from mid-April 2024

(*) This year, there will be only ONE admission session for the Law doctoral programme with results communicated from mid-April 2024. Contact: Professor Vincent Forray , Head of doctoral studies in Law

The PhD application is open to students with a Research Master's degree , a postgraduate degree (Diplôme d'Etudes Approfondies - DEA) or an equivalent degree (bac +5).  There must be a match between the candidate's graduate studies and the discipline of the requested doctoral programme. 

For the record, the IEP awards PhDs in Economics , History , Law , Political Science and Sociology .   For candidates who do not have the required degrees to be directly admitted into the First thesis year, see admissions into Master’s programmes offered by the School of Research.

In Sociology only,  the PhD application can only be reviewed if the thesis supervisor has provided you with a preliminary letter of consent and if a   research unit Director has provided you with a preliminary letter of consent. In Economics, Law and Political science , no preliminary letter of consent is requested. In History , the name of the potential research supervisor must be indicated (in the “Personal statement” tab), no preliminary letter of consent is requested.

The candidate must identify a host research laboratory . See the list of Sciences Po's research units and affiliated researchers.

Sciences Po's Graduate School is careful to limit PhD admissions to students whose thesis proposal is likely to succeed. It is therefore important that the candidate have a developed vision of his/her thesis subject and the implications of this choice for his/her research and career plans.  The thesis topic might change during the first months of the PhD programme, but it is important that the candidate formulate in the most precise and coherent way possible the key elements to evaluating his/her research project. 

Criteria for the Application Evaluation

Several criteria are taken into account for the selection of candidates applying for a doctorate: 

• The selection of the research problem must be supported by previous work. 
• A presentation of the chosen methodology to address the given problem.
• An evaluation of the feasibility of the planned research from both a scientific and practical perspective.  Some topics require access to areas or data that are not easily accessible. 
• The candidate must also indicate his/her availability to produce a thesis.  This is particularly important for employed candidates.  (1)(See the section "Financing of studies" below).
• The financing of studies (See the section "Financing of studies" below).
• Finally, it is important that the candidate be able to explain his/her project in relation to his/her academic and/or professional background . The academic record should preferably be consistent and coherent. In all cases the requisite academic track record must be very good. Moreover, for employed candidates, the professional career must be explained and related to the thesis project: how might the candidate's professional experience tie into the thesis project?  Is the thesis part of a professional development plan?

The application must be submitted  exclusively online , according to the Admissions calendar.

Documents for your application may be uploaded in French or in English  (CAUTION: only png, jpeg, jpg or pdf formats are accepted):

For all doctoral programs:

• Two academic recommendations (an optional professional recommendation may be added)
• Proof of identity
• Cover letter (to be typed directly in the dedicated field on the Admissions platform, not added as attachment) 
• Thesis project ( PDF or Word format, 5,000 words maximum, i.e. about ten pages, excluding bibliographic references)
• Thesis project synopsis (two pages, PDF or Word format)
• Copy of last completed academic degree (Master or equivalent)
• Master transcripts ( the documents must be attached in the original language, along with an official or informal translation in English or French if necessary. Please add a sworn statement of compliance if the translation is yours)
• If obtained, official proof of doctoral funding obtention (see the  "Financing of studies" section below).

PLEASE NOTE : no supporting document  will be accepted after the evaluation process has begun. Please make sure that your application is complete before submitting it. For candidates currently in the process of obtaining the requested diploma, please attach all the transcripts available at the time of your application.  Incomplete applications will not be assessed.

Additional information for the following doctoral programmes

• If you have a potential supervisor in mind, please indicate his/her name after your Thesis project title in your online space
• Indicate at least one potential Thesis supervisor from Sciences Po’s Center for History in the “Personal statement” tab.
• The Thesis project mustn’t exceed 3,000 words excluding bibliography, that shouldn’t exceed 20-25 titles
• A grade of 16/20 or equivalent is required for the Master Thesis

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• A signed letter from a thesis supervisor authorised to supervise research, indicating that he/she accepts to supervise your thesis ; 
• A letter from the laboratory Director indicating that he/she accepts to host you in the laboratory (contact the laboratory Director) ;
• A grade of 16/20 (if graded) is required for the Master Thesis.

The result of the language test is optional.

• Economics: English C2, French
• History: French B2
• Law: English C2, French
• Political Science (Compared politics, International Relations, Political Theory) : French B2
• Sociology: French B2

CAUTION:  "Required languages" is a mandatory field in our application file; i f you do not have a CECR test result or self-assessment to upload, please select "two years of study in the language" by default.

The €100 application fee is not refundable.   We do not offer fee waivers, unless you have a refugee status or are a recipient of a CROUS scholarship. In that case, please contact the Admissions Department to inform them, and attach the official proof of your current situation to your file.  Please note: Paying the application fee does not mean that your application form has been submitted. Make sure to submit your application form within the deadline by clicking on the “Submit“ button.  If you are unable to pay by credit card, please contact the Admissions Department to obtain our bank details. Your payment will be validated on receipt of a copy of the proof of transfer. 

Do not wait until the last day to submit your application. To be assessed, your application must be complete and submitted before the deadline of the programme you are applying to.  Deadlines always refer to Paris time (23:59pm).    Please note:

• As our platform does not automatically invalidate incomplete files, it is your responsibility to submit an application that includes all required documents (including references).
• Once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to bring any change, please be very careful. 

Applicants may be contacted for an interview as part of the admission procedure.

In accordance with the decree of 25 May 2016 setting the national training framework and the procedures leading to the issuing of the national doctoral degree, the financial preconditions must be met to ensure the orderly conduct of the research work and preparation of the thesis. Doctoral funding is therefore necessary to engage in a doctoral thesis.  The doctorate is full-time at Sciences Po (except in the particular case of full-time employees who work on a research subject directly related to their job and have obtained the employer's agreement to have the necessary time to carry out their research) and the funding must meet the following criteria :

• a duration of at least three years;
• a net monthly amount akin to that of the doctoral contrat in force ;
• the obligations attached to the financing must not represent more than one day per week (with the exception of CIFRE, where the obligations must be assessed on a case-by-case basis);
• the funding organisation must respect the academic freedom of the doctoral student regarding the content of his research and the composition of the defense jury;
• funding must not come from personal resources but from public or private organisations (foundations, associations, companies, public authorities, international organisations, local authorities or others to be validated beforehand by the doctoral school) offering doctoral funding.

For more information on funding opportunities, see the section on Funding .

For all students entering the PhD programme, the annual fee for 2022/2023 is 380 euros, irrespective of tax residency.

In addition to receiving guidance from their thesis supervisor, some PhD students receive assistance from another Professor or Researcher who may be based in a different institution. 

The role of this co-supervisor must be formalised through a co-supervised thesis agreement established :

•  between the PhD student's institution and the co-supervisor if the co-supervisor works at a different institution,  or 
• between the supervisor and co-supervisor if both work at IEP Paris. At Sciences Po the co-supervision is formalised through an exchange of letters.

The PhD student will obtain a PhD from his/her home institution. The co-supervisors commit to following the PhD student's work and to sit on the thesis examining committee.  The thesis will explicitly state it was co-supervised and include the names and titles of the co-supervisors on the thesis cover page. 

The Administrative Officer of the program must be informed of the co-supervised for validation.

The joint thesis involves guidance from two supervisors : a professor at IEP Paris and a professor from a foreign institution.   It allows the issuance of two PhD degree, or of a joint degree where applicable.   In France, joint theses are governed by the amended decree of 6 January 2005 on international joint theses (PDF, 45Ko)   At Sciences Po, joint theses may only be permitted if:

• The student has already been admitted to Sciences Po
• The two thesis supervisors approached have conferred and provided their consent in writing.

Joint theses require the establishment of an agreement signed by all the partners (individuals and institutions). The three-year agreement must cover, among other things, the terms of registration, tuition, and the defence.  It must be established in the first thesis year: see the section below on administrative procedures .

A joint thesis only makes sense and is only possible if the research project is shared by two institutions. In cases where this condition cannot be met, the student might consider a co-supervision , which also provides guidance from two supervisors, but does not allow the issuance of a dual degree.  A joint thesis allows the student to: 

• have access to greater resources (documentary resources, networks)
• pursue international career opportunities.  
• Have access to, joint thesis scholarships covering the costs of joint theses (student's residence and defence fees)  

Disadvantages

Joint theses may be difficult if the thesis supervisors have divergent views on the PhD student's work, or if the institutions' rules are too far apart.

In this case, the student might consider a co-supervision, which also provides guidance from two supervisors, but does not allow the issuance of a dual degree.

Administrative procedures

Even if the student is already enrolled in a foreign university, he/she must also be admitted to Sciences Po's at the thesis level.

Upon admission, the student must submit his/her joint project to the administration (administrative manager).

The agreement must include the following information :

• The university of primary enrolment
• Terms of tuition payment
• Terms of the defence
• Terms of sharing the defence fees

Once the agreement is signed, all parties will receive a copy.

If any breach of agreement should arise, management should be contacted. 

Tuition fees will be paid in accordance with agreement.  However, until the agreement is signed, the student is liable for the tuition at both institutions.

The organisation of the defence is framed by the agreement. 

• For the presentation of the thesis, certain specific rules must be observed. See "Presentation Norms" on the page "Defence"
• For more on submitting a thesis in a foreign language, see the "Defence" page.
• Some foreign universities require a pre-defence.  Inquire with the relevant academic authorities.

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Introducing the Doctoral Program in Economics

The doctoral program in economics is affiliated with the LEDA research center and aims to train researchers in theoretical and applied economics.

Among the research fields covered by the program are international economics, development economics, game theory, health economics, energy economics, financial economics, macroeconomics and public economics.

The students enrolled in the doctoral program in Economics at Université Paris-Dauphine either have a Master’s degree from that university or another university in France or abroad.

Program objectives

• Offer students specific training in Economics while preparing them for professional life.
• Mentor students as they prepare their doctoral theses.
• Offer students opportunities to exchange ideas and present their work in progress.
• Consolidate and strengthen our international policy (including co-supervision opportunities).
• Strengthen our business connections (CIFRE).

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Admission is based on excellence, with about 25 students expected each year. Competitive scholarships are offered to students from all over the world. Applicants should have a Master's degree or equivalent. High focus is made on research, publication and presentation, with dedicated Jamborees and Summer Schools. 

Students have a mobility requirement in two "mobility" universities of the Consortium, two semesters in each. They are jointly supervised by two advisers from the mobility universities and a single defense is organized. After successful completion of the programme, the student could be awarded the "European Doctorate in Economics - Erasmus Mundus" joint degree, which is officially recognized as a national doctorate from the two mobility universities. This joint degree is agreed upon by four universities of the Consortium. As for the other partner universities, the student is awarded a double degree, which consists of two independent degrees awarded by the mobility universities.

The students have the opportunity to do an additional mobility of one semester in the EDE-EM network that gathers worldwide universities, firms, banks, insurance companies, from Australia, Czech Republic, China, Denmark, Japan, Korea, Russia, South Africa, Tunisia, and large private and public companies. The consortium is fully committed to the placement of students at the end of the programme.

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Students, following the completion of master studies (or equivalent), can pursue at CREST a doctoral degree in economics, finance, sociology or statistics at the Doctoral School of Institut Polytechnique de Paris and in applied mathematics, computer science, economics and statistics as part of the doctoral program of ENSAI .

Doctoral studies are one of the fundamental and strategic missions of CREST. Attracting, hosting and training a considerable pool of excellent and motivated doctoral candidates from top French and foreign institutions contributes greatly to spreading our scientific culture and expertise.

A doctoral program essentially consists in a preparation of a research thesis, under the supervision of a research supervisor. In addition, doctoral candidates are required to take a limited number of specialized courses as well as to participate in research seminars and regular activities of CREST.

The standard timeframe for a doctorate is 3 years, but extensions may be granted.

Potential candidates are required to hold a two-year Master’s Degree (French M1-M2 or international equivalent). Admission of candidates who are currently in their second year of master is conditional upon obtaining their degree. Candidates are encouraged to contact faculty members prior to applying in order to select potential advisors. 

During their doctoral studies, students are affiliated to CREST. At the Palaiseau campus of IP Paris , students in economics and sociology register at the IP Paris Doctoral School ; students in finance and statistics register at the Hadamard Doctoral School of Mathematics . At the Bruz campus of ENSAI , students register at the MathSTIC Doctoral School .

Acceptance in the doctoral program is conditional upon securing funding. There exist several funding opportunities for French and foreign students:

• – Doctoral scholarships from GENES (ENSAE/ENSAI) – 2021 call for applications here ,
• – Doctoral scholarships from Labex ECODEC – 2021 call for applications here ,
• – CIFRE contracts funded through a private or public company (successful applicants spend time, usually about two days a week, at the company) – contact potential CREST PhD advisor for more information.

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Alessandro Riboni (Scientific Coordinator, Ecole Polytechnique)

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The Institut Polytechnique de Paris offers a highly selective integrated five-year PhD program to high-potential students aiming for an international career in leading academic institutions or companies.

Based on the Anglo-Saxon model, the PhD track program enables selected students to benefit from the first-class ecosystem of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris and to be closely associated with the research activities carried out in the Institute’s labs from the first year of the Master’s program. Each student benefits from individual and personalized supervision by a faculty member and will interact directly with the scientific community of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, within a world-renowned innovation cluster.

The first two years of the program, leading to the Master’s degree, are designed to enable students to acquire the tools necessary for the successful completion of an ambitious research project, supervised by an academic tutor.

The following three years are entirely dedicated to the student’s research project and lead to the PhD degree from the Institut Polytechnique de Paris. Each student who follows this program benefits from the unique and individualized supervision of a faculty member recognized in his or her discipline. The best candidates are eligible for excellence scholarships.

At CREST students can apply for the PhD track to pursue studies and research in economics or finance. See dedicated webpage for details on the coursework, admissions and fees.

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The PSL Graduate Program in Economics offers a comprehensive curriculum of advanced study and research, from the Master's to the Doctorate degree, in theoretical and applied economics. It equips the professional economist with the powerful tools required to understand the rapidly changing, complex, and uncertain modern world economy. Thanks to its association with 3 research departments (LEDa at Université Paris Dauphine, CERNA at Mines ParisTech and Center for the Economy of Innovation at Collège de France) with a high-level international reputation, if offers a training in which research plays a central role, starting at the Master level.

Skills acquired:

• Advanced training in a large number of fields in economics: macoeconomics and finance, international and development economics, public policies, health economics, energy and environment, industrial organisation and economic theory.
• Advanced skills in quantiative methods including econometrics, data sciences and statistics.
• Making use of advanced economic theories and models as well as quantiative methods to the analyse complex problems relevant for economic and social policies.
• Making policy recommendations based on state-of-art scientific knowledge regarding economic and social issues.

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The graduate program also offers dedicated training and financial support for students who are about to defend their PhD and want to go on the national or international job market.

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When you enroll in a Graduate Program, you also join  Université PSL . Ranked in the top 50 universities in the world (THE and QS), PSL offers excellent graduate programs at the Master's and PhD level, which benefit from the scientific capabilities of its member institutions.

Organization of the Graduate Program

The research departments associated to the graduate program are :

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The degree is issued by Université PSL and taken at Université Paris Dauphine - PSL.

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Welcome to the PhD Program of Aix-Marseille School of Economics

Our PhD track is an international PhD Program, tailored for talented and passionate students. Our PhD candidates are trained in advanced economic theories and empirical methods, closely supervised by scientifically recognized faculty and produce frontier research in all fields of theoretical and empirical economics. Our PhD naturally leads to academic jobs as well as to positions in international organizations and in the private sector.

As full members of the research department, our PhD students benefit from AMSE’s dynamic academic environment. They attend our  various seminars series , present their work at our PhD brownbag seminar  as well as at international conferences, participate to summer schools to acquire skills in their specific fields of specialization, and do visiting research stays in the best international universities. They also benefit from the expertise of  AMSE senior faculty members , who are leading researchers working in all areas of economics and publishing their work in the best international journals. Finally, they benefit from interactions with their fellow students from all over the world.

As researchers at the service of society, AMSE PhD students can also disseminate their research through our  Sharing department , and in particular through its online media  Dialogues Économiques .

On top of the standard academic track, the AMSE PhD program offers an  “on-the-job” track , which is an in-service training which allows PhD candidates to write a PhD dissertation while in employment.

The PhD program at AMSE consists of two parts: first, the one-year ETE Research Master during which students follow advanced coursework in economics and training to research; second, the actual PhD which lasts three to four years. Note that, though the ETE Master is the main entry door into the PhD, direct external entry is also possible for candidates holding a degree in Economics equivalent to the ETE Master.

Doing a PhD at AMSE has been, so far, an excellent experience. AMSE has a high academic level and it is a dynamic institution with constant progress. Diverse seminars are organized weekly. For instance, each Monday an academic from an external institution comes to present his or her research and each Tuesday at the PhD seminar, one or two of us present our works and receive useful comments from other students and professors. Besides, PhD courses in Economics and professional seminars (such as presentation or academic writing skills) are internally organized. As PhD students we also have the chance to benefit from funding to attend conferences, summer schools and to do research stays in foreign universities. I also highlight the enjoyable daily life in the lab, where the atmosphere is remarkably pleasant and with the feature of having a high share of international students. Julieta PEVERI , AMSE PhD 2022

I defended my PhD thesis at AMSE in 2014. My research area is time series econometrics with a focus on fractionally integrated processes. During my PhD training, I had the opportunity to meet several renowned AMSE econometricians and statisticians that helped me overcome some very technical issues I encountered.  I also enjoyed the AMSE PhD program that greatly enhanced my ability to deal with theoretical econometrics and macro-finance applied economics questions.  Besides, I appreciated the intensive academic activity of the AMSE and notably the numerous research seminars organized each year. They gave me the opportunity to meet many international researchers in my field. The AMSE has also always encouraged me to attend international conferences, thereby contributing to the development of my research network. Overall, I would say that AMSE has undoubtedly helped me reach my professional objectives as I have earned the Aix-Marseille University PhD thesis price and I am now Associate Professor in the economics department “EconomiX” of the University of Paris-Nanterre. Gilles de Truchis , AMSE PhD 2014

AMSE has been a very good incubator and I am glad to have done my thesis there. The economics department is on a human scale and the doctoral student community is great. The researchers in the department are accessible and are a source of inspiration. I enjoyed working at AMSE: the material working conditions (offices, work equipment), the opportunities for research stays abroad (visiting, conferences, summer schools), and all the exposure to research (seminars, globalization lectures, workshops, conferences, guest researchers, to name a few). The support provided to students after their PhD is also very much appreciated. Samuel Kembou Nzale , AMSE PhD 2019

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Many French universities are constantly looking for international students who are interested in collaborating in numerous industries to promote international relations between countries. From undergraduate studies to master’s and doctoral degrees, France has been the top study destination for students worldwide. 

The most prestigious universities are always delivering some of the most popular degrees , and programs that have higher chances of employability. A degree in economics, finance, and business is the top choice for students studying in France. These are considered some of France’s most sophisticated fields of study because of their competitiveness with other European countries. 

Here are some of the top universities in France for economics:  

Paris School of Economics

The PSE mission is to deliver the information of the course, through an international teaching methodology. Being the first in Europe for economics, the PSE is also ranked in the top five in the world. The Paris School of Economics curriculum includes seminars, workshops, and other group-work-specific activities. To make the courses as clear as possible and let the students pick according to their preferences, the school is built around eight research groups: 

• Development. 
• Economic and Social History.
• Economic Theory.
• Economics of Human Behavior.
• Globalization, Political Economy, Trade.
• Labour and Public Economics.
• Macroeconomics.
• Regulation, Environment, Market.

Each of these research groups delivers the information needed in different forms, depending on the course. Publications, conferences, and significant networking events are an essential part of such groups. 

Pantheon Sorbonne University 

The Faculty of Economics invites international students to participate in the exchange program: Erasmus+ and apply for a degree in economics at Pantheon Sorbonne University. Another advantage for international students, who cannot in any way travel to Paris, is the online learning option for the economics department. Numerous programs are available at the faculty of economics, beginning with simple economics licenses to dual licenses, university degrees, Ph.D. courses, and more. 

According to the economics faculty at Pantheon Sorbonne, the most important courses are those related to professional pieces of training. Through these courses, the academic staff tries to prepare students for their future careers. Two of the leading training courses are Business Space and Tax Learning. One of the most popular degrees at Pantheon is also the Master Program in Development Economics and Sustainable Development. What makes this program special is its reputation for being one of the oldest programs in economic development in France. 

Ecole Polytechnique 

The economics department at Ecole Polytechnique is the best option for students interested in the engineering aspect of economics and its implementation in the industry. Candidates can choose from a wide variety of courses, depending on their preferences and career goals. The Faculty of Economics offers basic introductory courses, specialized courses, and research programs in economics. 

The areas of specialization in research economics with the most attention are: 

• Macroeconomics and Labor Economics.
• Microeconomic Theory and Applications.
• Economics and Sustainable Development.

Getting a degree in economics, especially at doctoral and post-doctoral levels, is the favored route to employment at one of the most important industries such as finance, business, insurance, sustainable development, and environmental organizations/institutions.  

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PSL Research University is a public university, and the only programs offered are related to research. More than 900 students attend master’s degrees in the graduate programs of economics, and around 80 Ph.D. candidates enroll annually. The graduate program includes economics, finance, and risk management. Aside from the compulsory courses in the master’s degree, students can choose electives depending on the aspect of economics they are interested in. The subjects that the academic staff treats at the graduate program in economics are: 

• Globalization and Development.
• Energy and Raw Materials.
• Financial Economy and Macroeconomics.
• Innovation and Property Rights.
• Health and Aging.
• Public Policy.
• Industrial Organization.

The PSL master’s degrees in economics are numerous, and students can choose from an extensive array of programs listed below. 

• Master’s Degree in Economics and Finance.
• Master’s Degree in International Affairs and Development.
• Master’s Degree in Health Economics and Management.
• Master’s Degree in Quantitative Economics.

Paris Institute of Political Studies

The Department of Economics at Sciences Po was created in 2009, and they were focused on creating and developing a new method of teaching based on the latest technologies. With an emphasis on research, the economics department tries to introduce students to a new perspective on economics and share this knowledge worldwide. The permanent faculty at the economics department has numerous specializations in their qualifications, starting from labor economics, cultural economics, social interactions, international trade, macroeconomics, applied econometrics, urban economics, etc. 

The graduate programs at the faculty of economics include both master’s and doctoral degrees in economics. Students interested in gaining analytical, technical, and communication skills in the financial industry can enroll at master’s degree programs where these abilities are primary. 

Ph.D. candidates and graduate students can receive intensive training at any of the following industries: 

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• Research Institutions. 
• Government Agencies.
• Insurance Companies. 

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The Toulouse School of Economics (TSE) is ranked in the top 10 economic schools in the world. More than 2,200 students have been enrolling yearly, some getting a license and a few Ph.D. candidates. The TSE encourages international students to apply to any degree level they prefer to promote diversity within classes and the economy industry. According to the school, the faculty of economics is home to more than 80 nationalities. 

TSE’s innovative teaching methods show successful results because of the many academic events. These events include conferences and press releases, debates where economists from different countries gather to share ideas and collaborate on several research projects. 

The academic courses at TSE are divided into licenses instead of the usual semester plan. The first and second licenses include preparatory years. Throughout these years, students prepare for a bachelor’s degree. Whereas the L3 with master’s degrees one and two prepares students for the graduate programs. 

ESSEC Business School

The Economics Department at ESSEC presents students with two research degree programs to choose from, each of them introducing a few themes, which are: 

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• Macroeconomics 
• Monetary Economy.
• International Economy.
• Institutional Economy.

From the establishment year in 1907, the ESSEC Department of Economics promotes student collaboration and participation in the fundamentals of the economy, which according to the school, is the ideal starting point for the industry to thrive. Moreover, master’s degree candidates must also attend classes in managerial economics to gain skills needed in the business world. 

Aix Marseille University

The Economics Faculty at Aix Marseille University welcomes students to join and choose one of the multidisciplinary courses they offer. The Marseille School of Economics focuses on training students with the best skills necessary for securing jobs in the economy and business industry. Degrees offered at the Marseille School of Economics are the Master of Economics, DESU Data Science for practitioners, and the Ph.D. program. 

To get a master’s degree in economics at Marseille, applicants must possess a bachelor’s diploma with at least 180 ECTS credits. The Marseille School of Economics offers more than two master’s degree programs entirely taught in English to promote collaboration between international students and the global job market. 

AMSE students can participate in student exchange programs, both incoming and students currently enrolled in this school. The exchange programs include numerous study abroad options: one semester abroad or one year with the possibility of a double degree. 

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This programme is waiting to confirm funding from a university or external source. This may depend on attracting suitable students and applications are welcome. Please see the programme details for more information.

France PhD Programme

A French PhD usually takes 3-4 years and often involves additional training and courses alongside research towards an original thesis. This will be assessed by external examiners before being presented at a public examination and eventually awarded with one of three grades. Some programmes are delivered in English.

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Funded phd programme (students worldwide).

Some or all of the PhD opportunities in this programme have funding attached. Applications for this programme are welcome from suitably qualified candidates worldwide. Funding may only be available to a limited set of nationalities and you should read the full programme details for further information.

Business Research Programme

Business Research Programmes present a range of research opportunities, shaped by a university’s particular expertise, facilities and resources. You will usually identify a suitable topic for your PhD and propose your own project. Additional training and development opportunities may also be offered as part of your programme.

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From Lab Coats to Launch Pads: Activate NY Fellows Visit Stony Brook University R&D Park

The research labs at Stony Brook University's Research & Development Park were filled with wonder and intrigue during Activate NY's meeting with Stony Brook Economic Development on Thursday, August 15.

Activate NY, a nonprofit fellowship program that provides scientists and engineers with resources to bring their ideas to the marketplace, learned about the renowned facilities at Stony Brook University and Program Associate Natasha Feshbach reached out to Economic Development's David Hamilton to discuss collaboration opportunities.

Mr. Hamilton, Director of Ecosystems Growth and Impact, led the meeting with a high-level overview of the centers and programs at Economic Development, including the Advanced Energy Research and Technology Center (AERTC), Center for Integrated Electric Energy Systems (CIEES), Long Island High Technology Incubator (LIHTI), Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Intellectual Property Partners (IPP).  Lisa Chichura, PhD, Director of the Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence (SPIR), Amy Erikson, Interim Director of the Long Island Manufacturing Extension Partnership (LIMEP), and Chris Lange, Engineering Manager of the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT), gave an overview of the mission and projects at their respective areas.

After reviewing the facilities in Economic Development, the floor was given to Jon Longtin, PhD, Associate Dean for Research in the Stony Brook University College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Fang Luo, Phd, Director of the spellman High Voltage Laboratory in CIEES, Devinder Mahajan, Director of the Institute of Gas Innovation and Technology (I-GIT) in AERTC, and Vyacheslav Solovyov, PhD, Associate Director of Technology and Engineering for Stony Brook Economic Development.  The researchers discussed their ongoing projects and the resources they have to help the Fellows take their ideas to the marketplace.

With each overview, the excitement in the air became tangible, leading to an engaging Q&A session before prompting the 18 Fellows to begin their tour of the CEWIT labs.

The first tour at CEWIT was to the Laboratory of Electrical Grid Monitoring and Control Systems (EGMCS) led by Michael Gouzman, PhD.  The lab, a collaborative project with the Office of Naval Research, focuses on energy transmission and piqued the interest of several Fellows.  After questioning the model had on display and hearing Dr. Gouzman's admiration for the women in STEM, the group was guided to the third floor to see the Reality Deck.

The Reality Deck  is a 30-foot-by-40-foot room covered with 416 27-inch screens, each with 4 million pixels to create a high-definition 1.6-billion pixel displey, the largest in the world.  Saeed Boorboor, PhD, CEWIT's Principal Research Scientist, demonstrated the capabilities of the Reality Deck by immersing the Fellows in a 360-degree model of the solar system and a 4K video of a race car.

The final tour of CEWIT was the SMART Cluster.  The Strategic Machine-Learning Acceleration and Ray Tracing (SMART) Cluster, also facilitated by Dr. Boorboor, is a dual use GPU Cluster, for both machine-learning and visualization, which is the fastest among New York State academic institutions.  Much like the reality deck, the SMART Cluster can process large amounts of data, including 3D models of molecules and structures for a more immersive, hands-on approach to research.

With the CEWIT labs fully explored, the group was given a guided tour of the AERTC by Vyacheslav (Slowa) Solovyov.  Dr. Solovyov's tour introduced the Fellows to CIEES and I-GIT, where they were able to speak with scientists in the hydrogen lab about their green energy storage projects.  Upon leaving the lab, the Fellows had the opportunity to hear encouraging words from Ray Sambrotto, Founder and CEO of Allied Microbiota, and Brian Gilman, Founder and CEO of Evolve Hydrogen.

Upon conclusion of the R&D Park tour, the Fellows buzzed at the possibilities of partnerships with Stony Brook Economic Development.  With it's mission to accelerate innovative impact across New York State, Stony Brook Economic Development is looking forward to collaborating with members of the Activate NY Fellowship and the opportunities their companies can create for Long Island.

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A recent article by Catherine Ettman , PhD, an assistant professor in Health Policy and Management , published in the JAMA Forum examines how emerging evidence highlights the significant influence of economic and social conditions on population and individual health. These conditions, known as social determinants of health (SDOH), include factors such as place of residence, employment, and education. Recognizing the importance of these determinants suggests that policy interventions targeting SDOH can substantially improve health outcomes. However, crafting policy solutions that address these determinants and are acceptable to non-health policymakers presents a challenge.  

One way to guide policy thinking is through an assets framework, which identifies three types of assets that shape population health: financial assets, physical assets, and social assets. By understanding how these assets influence health, specific non-health interventions can be devised to improve health outcomes.  

Financial Assets  

Financial assets encompass income, savings, credit, and insurance. Wealth, more than income alone, is a crucial indicator of economic well-being and a predictor of health. Studies show lower debt and higher credit scores are associated with better health. Notably, financial disparities between racial and ethnic groups are more pronounced regarding wealth than income. For instance, the income gap between white and Black families is 2 to 1, but the wealth gap is 6 to 1.  

Addressing how financial assets affect health suggests non-medical interventions like wealth accumulation strategies. Policies such as baby bonds (savings accounts for newborns redeemable in adulthood) could help low-wealth groups build financial assets, leading to better health. Additionally, initiatives like cash transfers and insurance benefits to improve wealth could positively impact health.  

Physical Assets  

Physical assets include material possessions that provide shelter (homes), mobility (cars), and communication (devices and the internet). Homeownership, for example, offers stable housing, better living standards, and psychological benefits, all of which contribute to positive health outcomes. Conversely, financial strain from mortgage payments can negatively impact health. Homeownership also helps individuals accumulate capital to leverage to generate health benefits.  

Access to technology and the internet facilitates social interactions and economic opportunities, enhancing health. Policies like the U.K.'s Right to Buy, which subsidized home purchases, improved health indicators. Similarly, expanding access to high-speed internet in the U.S. could enhance access to health services.  

Social Assets  

Social assets include attributes that influence an individual's role and status in society, directly affecting health and providing access to other assets. These include education, marital status, and religious affiliation. Education promotes positive health behaviors such as regular exercise and healthy eating, while marriage is linked to reduced alcohol consumption and longer lifespans. Social support from religious affiliations and marriage also contributes to better health.  

Disparities in social assets contribute to health inequalities. For example, minority groups in the U.S. often have lower educational attainment and poorer health. Policies promoting affordable, quality education can improve health across the lifespan. Legalizing same-sex marriage has allowed LGBTQ+ individuals to access health insurance and other marital benefits, enhancing their health.  

Linking SDOH to Effective Policy Action  

A significant challenge in linking SDOH to effective policy is the abstract nature of social determinants. An assets framework can help pinpoint actionable policies that improve health. While not directly providing health benefits, financial resources facilitate access to essential resources like housing, food, education, and employment, which are critical for health. Although health policy often focuses on improving access to health services, expanding policy to include interventions that strengthen the assets producing health is crucial for comprehensive health improvement.  

By adopting the framework of an asset, policymakers can identify non-health interventions that bolster financial, physical, and social assets, ultimately leading to better health outcomes for populations.  

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ARE Ph.D. candidate Zhiyao (Yao) Ma,was selected as an official delegate to represent China at the 2024 G20 Youth Summit in Brazil, known as Youth20 (Y20). This prestigious engagement group of the G20 gathers young leaders from across the globe to discuss and propose solutions to pressing global challenges, ranging from economic development to sustainability.

The 2024 Y20 Summit provided an invaluable platform for young leaders to voice their perspectives on key global issues. Selected through a competitive process, Yao joined an elite group of students, professionals, and activists tasked with developing a communiqué—a formal statement of policy recommendations presented to G20 leaders in November.

From August 10 to 17, Yao played a pivotal role in the discussions on “Fighting Hunger, Poverty, and Inequality.” His contributions were instrumental in shaping the final communiqué, particularly in securing the inclusion of critical recommendations such as:

• “Secure a level playing field in international agricultural markets, especially oligopsonies and oligopolies”
• “Recognize the agriculture sector can be a pathway out of poverty”
• “Acknowledge the need to establish and enhance youth financial literacy in rural areas”

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The School of Information is UC Berkeley’s newest professional school. Located in the center of campus, the I School is a graduate research and education community committed to expanding access to information and to improving its usability, reliability, and credibility while preserving security and privacy.

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The Master of Information Management and Systems (MIMS) program educates information professionals to provide leadership for an information-driven world.

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The Master of Information and Cybersecurity (MICS) is an online degree preparing cybersecurity leaders for complex cybersecurity challenges.

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Master’s in cybersecurity online from uc berkeley.

The Master of Information and Cybersecurity (MICS) online program prepares students with the cybersecurity skills needed to assume leadership positions and drive innovation in the field.

Through a holistic approach to cybersecurity, students develop a thorough understanding of information security technologies as well as the economic, legal, behavioral, and ethical impacts of cybersecurity. Students graduate as competitive candidates in the job market with connections to UC Berkeley alumni and professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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A Leadership-Focused Curriculum 

The interdisciplinary MICS curriculum provides students with hands-on practical experience with secure systems and applications, and the ability to lead, manage, and contribute to building cybersecurity solutions.

Students master core technical skills and become fluent in the business, political, and legal context of cybersecurity. They can expect to graduate with a comprehensive understanding of the following:

• Secure coding
• Government and national security
• Network and web security
• Usable privacy and security
• Cryptography
• Operating system security
• Security in context: legal, behavioral, and ethical issues
• Privacy engineering

The online MICS program is 9 courses (27 units) and can be completed in 20 months. Students complete foundation courses, electives, and a capstone project. They also attend one in-person immersion in the San Francisco Bay Area. The curriculum includes the following courses:

• Beyond the Code: Cybersecurity in Context
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Cryptography for Cyber and Network Security

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• Government, National Security, and the Fifth Domain
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Learn more about about upcoming webinars, deadlines, and more, why a master’s in cybersecurity from uc berkeley.

Cybersecurity permeates almost all aspects of the human experience. Individuals, organizations, and societies are protected from cyber threats constantly without even realizing they occur. This is thanks to professionals who understand the complex relationship between human behaviors and advanced technology in securing information.

UC Berkeley is where the brightest minds from across the globe come together to explore, ask questions, and improve the world. Our MICS program does more than create experts in information security: it shapes leaders who understand the implications of cybersecurity across all industries and want to drive the future of innovation in cybersecurity.

Developed by faculty from the School of Information and the College of Engineering, the interdisciplinary MICS curriculum focuses on the intersection of technical, social, political, economic, legal, national security, and ethical components of cybersecurity. Students graduate with versatile knowledge needed to lead cybersecurity in private, public, or philanthropic sectors and with connections to the nearby technology hub Silicon Valley.

What Can You Do with a Master’s in Cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity’s growth is turning it into a massive market with an increased demand for skilled cybersecurity labor. Due to constant evolution and escalation of threats, cybersecurity has become one of the most important and exciting career fields of the 21st century.

The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment of information security analysts to grow 35% from 2021 to 2031, equating to an average of 19,500 new positions each year.¹

The cybersecurity industry is met with the challenge of not only filling the growing demand and talent shortage but with finding highly skilled professionals who can be trusted to effectively protect information systems. This creates an opportunity for graduates of the MICS program to enter the in-demand market as competitive cybersecurity experts.

Career Opportunities in Cybersecurity

No organization that operates online can ignore cybersecurity. With cyber threats growing and constantly changing, businesses, governments, and nonprofit organizations are making significant investments in cyber defense and hiring increasingly large numbers of cybersecurity professionals.

MICS graduates are poised to enter this market in leadership roles with the requisite multifunctional skill sets and a strong network provided by the program.

Cybersecurity Salaries

Salaries for cybersecurity professionals range from $85,000 to $151,547 per year.¹

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Students learn about the mathematical and practical foundations of cryptography and the many different cryptosystems.

Students compare approaches to security taken among several modern operating systems and learn techniques for establishing trust across a set of interoperating systems.

Students survey privacy mechanisms applicable to systems engineering, with a particular focus on the inference threat arising due to advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Admissions Requirements for the Master’s in Cybersecurity Online Degree

When evaluating applicants, we consider both qualitative and quantitative factors to determine if they can meet the demands of the rigorous MICS program. These include:

• Academic coursework and performance
• Professional experience
• Communication skills
• Statement of purpose
• Letters of recommendation

¹ Cybersecurity Career Pathway, CyberSeek , 2023