Data insights are now a crucial part of the modern economy, influencing decision-making in both industry and government. As a result, the way that businesses, consumers, employees, and interest groups interact and make choices has changed. A new, influential economic sector has emerged, where companies collect large amounts of data and use it to create tools that enhance and simplify people's lives while also generating significant profits through targeted advertisements and subscription services. The MSc in Economics and Data Analytics is a programme designed for those who want to gain the in-demand skills needed to succeed in today's job market.

 

The programme is a great option for anyone interested in understanding how data can be used to understand the economy and drive business decisions. Learning from top economists and statisticians, in a blended programme with both online and in-person modules in small class sizes, this programme provides hands-on experience through workshops and projects. Plus, there are opportunities to connect with industry professionals and be a part of the school community through research seminars and more.

• Jointly offered by the UCD School of Economics and the UCD School of  Mathematics and Statistics
• Combines knowledge of human behaviour and decision-making from economics with the latest data analytics techniques, such as Data Programming, Machine Learning, and Bayesian Analysis.
• UCD is Ireland's global university: with almost 10,000 international students making up 25% of the student body, and a further 5,000 overseas