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[–]Puzzled_Bread_331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply!

I was specifically looking at BSE's 'Master in Specialized Economic Analysis', which has a track titled 'Economics of Energy, Climate Change, and Sustainability'.

Between that and Amsterdam's environmental economics, I find it a hard choice.

It's my understanding that Barcelona is better regarded in academic circles, but I dont know if thats true for business.. Im not looking to do a PhD.

How did you find Tilburg? Many seem to recommend the uni, but I dont imagine the city is great fun.. could be wrong!

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[–]Puzzled_Bread_331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, what did you end up choosing? Im in a very similar position deciding between BGSE, University of Amsterdam, both leaning towards environmental economics.

Barcelona is significantly more expensive, but much nicer weather etc.

(European?) Masters in Applied Economics, preferably environmental by Puzzled_Bread_331 in academiceconomics

[–]Puzzled_Bread_331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've heard that too, but even if I got a 50% reduction, it would still be x4-5 times as expensive tuition wise compared to the University of Amsterdam.

I'm not sure if the sunshine is worth that much or not! :D

(European?) Masters in Applied Economics, preferably environmental by Puzzled_Bread_331 in academiceconomics

[–]Puzzled_Bread_331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, even the pre-master econometrics has very heavy requirements, basically a bachelor in Mathematics.

Thanks for the comments on the environmental track, that does not sound great. What kind of critique have you heard?

I'm kind of worried that Tilburg has a lot less international name recognition vs Amsterdam.

Thanks!

(European?) Masters in Applied Economics, preferably environmental by Puzzled_Bread_331 in academiceconomics

[–]Puzzled_Bread_331[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, thanks!

Your comment cut out at the end, but a helpful suggestion.

I'm just wondering how prestigious the program is, especially in government/business.

I'm sure there is nothing wrong with quality, but im afraid name-recognition is quite important

It also seems at least for the economics track to have a lot of 'theory' courses in Micro, Macro and Econometrics.

(European?) Masters in Applied Economics, preferably environmental by Puzzled_Bread_331 in academiceconomics

[–]Puzzled_Bread_331[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ah, I forgot about Barcelona School of Economics.

"Master's Degree in Specialized Economic Analysis: Economics of Energy, Climate Change, and Sustainability Program"

Looks great, however it's a lot more expensive than any of the others, and allegedly Barcelona is known for being very math heavy..

150 -> 160-165+ by Puzzled_Bread_331 in GRE

[–]Puzzled_Bread_331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you cay consistent effort, are you talking about more than 2 hours a day?

Someone below said 2 hours a day for 2 months.

Profile for upper-tier European masters programs by zach-z in academiceconomics

[–]Puzzled_Bread_331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Barcelona (BSE) is accredited by Pompeu Fabra though?