The Department of Economics offers Bachelor's, Master's and PhD degrees in Economics.

The HSE study programs in economics are structured to ensure internationally comparable qualifications and a lifelong human capital. The programs are particularly strong in the areas of International Economics, Financial Economics, and Applied Microeconomics.

The department is located in the Economicum building together with the Economics departments of the University of Helsinki and the Swedish School of Economics; Helsinki Center of Economic Research (HECER); and  the Government Institute for Economic Research (VATT). This location enables close cooperation between the units in teaching as well as in research.

Our professors and researchers participate actively in the general discussion on economic, political and social issues. The Head of the Department is Professor Pertti Haaparanta.

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