The research track

How to apply 

Those willing to pursue the research study track should submit their CV and study transcripts to the head of the economics unit and participate, if so requested, in an interview. Together with the professors of the unit, the head of the economics unit decides whether the applicant has sufficiently solid prior studies and quantitative skills to warrant him/her to pursue the research study track. Only those who already have a study right (Msc in economics at Hanken) can apply to rMsc.  

Due to the way the course work is organized in Helsinki GSE's Research Master program, students should as a general rule, apply for admission into the research study track (rMsc) no later than in August. Upon completion of their master’s degree at Hanken, there will be a separate formal notification (in their transcript of records) for those students who pursued the research track.

What you will learn 

The rMsc program equipes students with the main tools for working as a professional economist. The advanced and technically oriented nature of the program also serves as an excellent foundation for entry into a PhD program.

Available courses 

Compared to the general track, the research track has more mandatory core courses and they are technically more demanding.  

After your research track master’s degree 

The program prepares students to operate in the most demanding expert positions in government, business, and research. The program also serves as an excellent foundation for entry into a PhD program and other research-focused roles in the society.