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Master Économie parcours Analyse économique (Economic Analysis)
Résumé
The Master 2 in Economics Analysis is a joint program between the CY Cergy Paris University and ESSEC Business School. Read moreAccéder aux sections de la fiche
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Contacts
- Ms Laurence Jacquet
- M2 Economic Analysis - Silvine Souchet
- Tel : 01 34 25 67 84
- m2.ecoanalysis@ml.u-cergy.fr or silvine.souchet@cyu.fr
Introduction
Several grants are available for students enrolled in the M2 EA in 2022-2023!
For detailed information about the program and excellence sholarships, see THEMA website.
The Master 2 in Economic Analysis is a joint program between CY Cergy Paris University and ESSEC Business School. It offers high quality training in economics in a one-year program, where all courses are taught in English. Its purpose is to prepare for further studies in a PhD program. Therefore, the program focuses on economic theory as well empirical methods. The content of the courses is available here.
This program is the sequel of the Master 1 Economie Quantitative from CY Cergy Paris University. The information on the Master 1, which is taught in French, can be found here.
The Master 2 in Economic Analysis is part of a Ph.D. program in Economics of ESSEC Business School, in partnership with CY Cergy Paris University. Students who have successfully completed the master program may demand admission to the Ph.D. program. They are also eligible to apply to the doctoral program at CY Cergy Paris University.
Students gain a mastery of quantitative methods (optimization, econometrics, simulation methods) and the basic concepts of the individual choice theory and the micro and macroeconomic equilibrium. Specialization courses address current and advanced research in applied fields.
The training in research follows international standards of scientific quality in economy. Fluency in English facilitates the research activity, which is international in nature.
The two partner institutions have a strong scientific visibility. According to international rankings, CY Cergy Paris University is among the very best French universities, while ESSEC is among the French business schools that are most active in research.
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Directors of the M2 EA : Laurence JACQUET, CY Cergy Paris Université, and Estefania SANTACREU VASUT, ESSEC.
Administrative Coordinator: Ms. Silvine Souchet - tel. : +33 1 34 25 67 54 - CY Cergy Paris Université - "Chênes 1" building - Office 447 (4th floor)
m2.ecoanalysis@ml.u-cergy.fr
Mailing Address :
CY Cergy Paris Université
Institut économie et gestion - M2 Economic Analysis
33, boulevard du Port
95 011 CERGY-PONTOISE Cedex
FRANCE
Admission
Prerequisite
Prerequisites training
A degree in economics is not necessary, but the candidate should have some background in mathematics, since the courses rely heavily on mathematical modelling of economics.
Deadline for application: June 17th, 2022.
The deadline for Campus France countries is usually in March.
Application
Conditions of applications
Deadline for application: June 17th, 2022.
Be aware that the deadline for M2EA scholarships' application is May 5th, 2022. The International students who must apply via Campus France should keep in mind that Campus France’s deadline is usually very early March.
The link to download the application form for the academic year 2022-2023 is here.
Conditions of specific applications
Program
Content of the academic programm
1st term, September to December
Choice and Decision Theory (starts mid-September)
Microeconomic theory of individual decision making in the settings of consumption and production decisions. General Equilibrium, introductory examples.
Econometrics I: Fundamentals of Econometric Theory
Finite Sample Properties of Ordinary Least Squares. Large Sample Properties with Random Sampling. Instrumental Variable Methods. Maximum Likelihood Methods. Topics in Time Series.
Mathematics for Economics
A brief review of the essential mathematical concepts and notation most likely to be encountered in economic theory. Topics include: Single-variable and multivariate calculus. The algebra of vectors and matrices. Unconstrained and constrained optimization (Lagrange and Kuhn-Tucker). Difference equations. Dynamic optimization. Topology of Euclidean space (convergence, continuity, compactness). Convex sets. Correspondences. Fixed point theorems and applications to the existence of Nash or Walrasian equilibria. Differential equations (time permitting).
Macroeconomics I: Growth and overlapping generation model (starts in October)
The Solow growth model. Empirical investigations on economic growth/growth and human capital. Optimal growth: the Ramsey growth model. The OLG model. Endogenous growth, AK model. Endogenous technical change.
Microeconomics I: Choice under Uncertainty and Game Theory (starts in October)
Risk and Uncertainty. Decision under uncertainty. General Equilibroum under uncertainty. Main concepts and tools of game theory.
Applications of Econometrics I (10 hours)
Applications of Econometrics I to real data using Python, Stata and R: simple linear regression, ordinary linear regression, randomized controlled trial, multiple linear regression on cross-sectional data, multiple linear regression on panel data.
2nd term, January to March
Macroeconomics II: Fluctuations
Overview of current economic fluctuations theories, with a special focus on the inflation-unemployment tradeoff from Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium (DSGE) models. Resolution and simulation, qualitative and quantitative evaluations of such models under rational expectations hypothesis. Analysis of optimal stabilization policies.
Microeconomics II: Welfare Economics and Markets failures
The two welfare theorems and possible market failures. Asymmetric information among the market participants and the problem of achieving efficiency. Corrections of these different market failures.
Applications of Econometrics II
An applied course that relies on statistical softwares. Specific identification techniques used in the empirical literature (e.g., Propensity Score Matching, Differences in Differences, Regression Discontinuity Design and Natural Experiments). Nonlinear regression (using binary Probit/Logit/Poisson models and machine learning algorithms), Autoregressive models. Simple linear regression on time series (CAPM model with heteroskedasticity tests and tests for the autocorrelation of the error term). Examples using datasets, notably those from articles published in the best scientific journals.
One course among 2 described below:
One course is to be chosen among 2 described below.
Microeconometrics
The econometrics of cross-section and panel data. Linear and non-linear econometric models, continuous and discrete dependent variables. Instrumental variable estimators, linear panel data estimators, models for discrete dependent variables and sample-selection models.
Time Series Analysis
Stationary time-series and non-stationary multivariate processes (structural and reduced-form). A typology of linear dynamic time-series models and, concept of cointegration, with applications to dynamic systems of equilibrium-correction relations. Modeling and forecasting macroeconomic and financial systems. and study of state-space models.
2 elective courses among any of the three specializations below
Industrial Organization
Industrial Organization
Main techniques and themes of Industrial Organization: strategic behavior of firms, market competition, competition and antitrust policy.
Empirical Industrial Organization
Structural empirical models in Industrial Organization. Demand modeling in IO and their applications, analysis of structural estimation of auction models, regulation, asymmetric information models and entry models.
International Economics
International Trade
Traditional and more recent theories of international trade. Ricardian and Hecksher-Ohlin models, extension to many goods and factors. Models of trade with imperfect competition. Gravity equations. Trade from the point of view of individual firms.
Research Topics in International Trade
The purpose is to provide an understanding of cutting-edge research topics in the field of International Trade with a specific focus on heterogeneous firms and micro data analyses.
Public Economics
Public Economics Provision of public goods. Taxation and its impact on economic behavior (e.g., labor supply, savings decisions), economic equilibrium (tax incidence), under informational imperfections and other distortions. Analysis of indirect taxation, taxation of capital, nonlinear taxation of income. This course combines theoretical models with empirical evidence.
Environmental Economics
This course introduces students to how economic analysis can be used to understand current environmental issues. Lectures include applications (applied theory and empirics) to economic development and environmental degradation, the economics of biodiversity, and energy.
Labor Economics
Themes in modern labor economics, focus on microeconomic models and empirical research with relevant policy implications. The role of human capital accumulation, wage determinants, education economics and labor supply. Discussion of some macroeconomic issues about employment and unemployment.
3nd term, April to June
Master’s Thesis
The master’s thesis is a piece of original scholarship, written under the direction of a faculty advisor, on a relevant topic in economics the student is interested in. Students are strongly advised to find a supervisor by the beginning of the academic year. Meetings with professors to discuss possible topics will be organized.
Research seminar I: Professors seminar
The role of this seminar is to develop critical thinking skills through active participation and writing of referee reports by students. Students will have to write a referee report on (at least) one of the papers presented at seminars. By the end of the term, students must be able to read a research paper, to know how to replace it in the literature, how to identify its strengths and weaknesses and to write an effective referee report.
Research seminar II: Students seminar
The objective of this seminar is to develop students' oral skills and ability to present research papers, as well as to develop critical thinking through the discussion of other students’ presentations. Each student makes several presentations to other students and professors. He/she presents some research papers related to the topic of his/her master thesis and focuses on his/her own research subject and methodology.
What's next ?
Job opening
Business sector or job
The Master 2 in Economic Analysis offers a number of alternative careers. Among the several options, there are the large international institutions (European Commission, European Central Bank, OECD, IMF, World Bank, WTO, ILO, BIS, Regional Development Banks, etc.), which recruit students at Research Master level. French and foreign governments are also an outlet. Finally, the private sector, in particular the financial sector, is another option, since economists are capable of guiding major strategic choices.
Finally, the students most interested in academic research may continue into the PhD program to be able to pursue a career in universities, research institutions (CNRS, INRA, OFCE, etc..) or in Business Schools in France or abroad. The Master prepare students to follow a doctoral program in economics, in the fields of industrial organization, international economics, public economics, environmental economics, labor economics, development economics, macro and microeconomics. Students pursuing a PhD will be part of THEMA. They may also apply to the "Ph.D. in Economics", which is a program in partnership between ESSEC and CY Cergy Paris Université. The Master 2 corresponds to the first of the 2 years of courses within the PhD program. After that, the student’s time is devoted to the thesis research.
Professional integration
60% of M2 EA graduates continue in Ph.D. (several apply for the CY doctoral program and 2nd year of the ESSEC PhD), 20% join the private sector (mainly in banks, insurance companies and consulting e.g., BNP-Paribas, Deloitte, Société Générale, 3M), 10% join the public and semi-public sector (e.g. French and foreign Ministries) and 10% national and international organization (e.g., Central Banks, FAO, World Bank).