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Mastering Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics

Outstanding Career Prospects

In today’s data-driven world, organizations across all sectors compete for professionals with advanced quantitative skills. As a graduate of the Master’s in Econometrics and Operations Research, you’ll be uniquely positioned to meet this growing demand. Our program combines solid theoretical foundations with hands-on practical experience, preparing you with the skills employers value most: advanced statistical and mathematical expertise, strong programming capabilities, practical business knowledge, and mastery of cutting-edge methods in data science and AI.

Exceptional Career Outcomes

MEOR graduates consistently achieve remarkable career success. Our programme boasts one of the highest starting salaries of any master’s programmes in the Netherlands, with graduates earning an average of €3,800+ per month as of 2024. The employment prospects are equally impressive, with nearly all graduates securing positions within three months of graduation. Over 20% of our students receive job offers before even completing their studies, testament to the high demand for their skills.

Diverse Career Paths

Our graduates excel across a wide spectrum of roles demanding strong quantitative and analytical skills. The growing importance of data science and AI has opened doors across all sectors, from technology companies to traditional businesses, where our alumni work on everything from predictive analytics to machine learning implementations. Many build successful careers in the financial sector at investment banks, asset management firms, and central banks, applying their expertise in risk modeling, financial data science, and algorithmic trading.

The increasing focus on sustainability has created exciting opportunities in climate analytics, where our graduates contribute to climate risk assessment, environmental impact modeling, and sustainable finance solutions. Others join leading consulting firms as data science consultants or quantitative analysts. Those drawn to research pursue PhDs or join research institutions and think tanks, contributing to economic policy analysis, climate research, and academic advancement. The versatility of our programme ensures that wherever data-driven decision making is valued, our graduates thrive.

Professional Development and Support

Our active study association Kraket plays a vital role in connecting students with potential employers through regular company visits, annual career events, skills workshops, and networking opportunities with alumni. These connections often lead to valuable paid internship opportunities at leading companies, providing real-world project experience and often serving as a direct path to full-time employment.

We provide comprehensive career support through individual career counseling, CV and interview workshops, and access to exclusive job postings via Kraket. This support, combined with the strong industry connections of our programme, helps ensure a smooth transition from study to career.

Join our Success Story

As a MEOR graduate, you’ll join an accomplished group of alumni making significant impacts in their fields. The proven track record of our programme, combined with the growing demand for quantitative expertise, ensures that your MEOR degree will open doors to exceptional career opportunities. Whether you aim to work in finance, technology, consulting, or pursue academic research, MEOR equips you with the advanced quantitative skills and professional network needed to achieve your career goals. Join us to become part of the next generation of quantitative leaders shaping the future of business and society.

What can you do after your Master's degree?

Entering the job market

As the Econometrics and Operations Research programme offers you a wide variety of specializations and courses, you have a broad assortment of jobs and fields to choose from. Your quantitative skills are highly sought-after in today’s job market. Most, if not all, organizations, are always looking for people who understand and are able to apply data in the right way. It is not uncommon for our graduates to become a data scientist at a large enterprise or become a data, marketing or risk analyst at one of the Big Four. Throughout your programme, SBE Career Services supports you with your career preparations.

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