Master
Econometrics and Operations Research
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for students seeking rigorous quantitative training in econometrics and operations research with international outlook. Weigh the strong methods focus against fewer specialisation tracks than larger Dutch programmes.
Tuition · Intl
↗?
intl not published · EU: €2,694 ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jun 26
Language
English
Accred.
AACSB
NVAO 2023
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗108
DUO ↑17% ↗
Intl. %
↗40%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
↗18:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
?
not specified
Entry route
↗Bachelor
1 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.3/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗94%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,935
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
Do you have mathematical and statistical skills that you want to put to work in a business context? Do you want to learn to forecast economic developments or to create IT solutions to solve production issues? The Econometrics and Operations Research programme allows you to do just that. Econometrics is used in every area of economics, from business and finance to macro- and micro-economics. Econometrics and Operations Research focuses on using quantitive analysis to aid economic and management decision-making. You’ll learn to use techniques from statistics, mathematics and computer science to solve complex problems for governments, financial institutions, logistics companies and other organisations.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English60 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsCAD/CAMGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternshipLecture
About Maastricht University
Founded in 1976, Maastricht University is known for its innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach and highly international character with 59% international students. Located in the charming southern city of Maastricht near Belgium and Germany, it excels in economics, law, and health sciences.
Living in Maastricht
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€470/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
122k
Cosmopolitan, Burgundian, and culturally rich. Maastricht feels distinctly different from other Dutch cities, with influences from Belgium, Germany, and France. The city is known for its excellent food, wine culture, and relaxed southern lifestyle.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: econometrie
Median starting salary (field)€3,935/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating94%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field70%
Permanent contract70%
Satisfied with their job4.1/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Wiskundigen, actuarissen en statistici17%
Systeemanalisten15%
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten14%
Softwareontwikkelaars9%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree79%
Women among first-years22%
International students40%
Say workload is “just right”42%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4.3/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 12 respondents
Content & set-up4.2
Teachers4.2
Atmosphere4.4
Involvement & contact4.3
Testing & assessment4.2
Facilities4.2
Career preparation4
Teachers' English4.6
Would choose again4.4
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
?No admission requirements in source
Scholarships
Maastricht University China Scholarship—
Maastricht University High Potential Scholarship—
SBE France Scholarship MSc—
Internships
?No data yet
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