Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics | IE University

Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics

​​​Solve global challenges with economics and mathematics
duration5 years
languageEnglish
locationSegovia and Madrid
intakeSeptember
Mode of studyFull-time
FormatIn-person
duration5 years
languageEnglish
locationSegovia and Madrid
intakeSeptember
Mode of studyFull-time
FormatIn-person

A UNIQUE Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics

The study plan for the Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics is designed to harness the combined power of two in-demand areas of expertise. The natural relationship between these two fields is underlined throughout the program and points of intersection will be studied in depth in order for you to apply your theoretical knowledge to tangible situations.

The plan will ensure you acquire a solid knowledge base in each individual discipline, as well as develop a deep understanding of the relationship between the two. Throughout the five-year program, you’ll have the chance to undertake a range of experiential learning opportunities including study-abroad programs, cultural immersion experiences, industry projects and more, allowing you to put your knowledge into practice and enhance your understanding of the concepts learned.

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Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics Study Plan

  • 1ST SEMESTER
    Courses
    Calculus I
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Linear Algebra
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Discrete Mathematics
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Computer programming I
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Foundations of Microeconomics
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Foundations of Macroeconomics
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Economic history
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    2ND SEMESTER
    Courses
    Development and Growth Economics
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    International Trade and Monetary Systems
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Programming For Economists I
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Computer programming II
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Calculus II
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Probability and Statistics
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

  • 1ST SEMESTER
    Courses
    Geometry
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Ordinary Differential Equations
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Numerical methods
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Machine Learning
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Industrial Organization & Strategy
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    New Economy: Digital Ecosystems & Platforms
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Public Economics & Political Economy
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    2ND SEMESTER
    Courses
    Humanities
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Game Theory
    Professors
    Type
    Core
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Statistical modeling
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Databases
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Data visualization
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Mathematical modeling
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Research Methods
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Market, Auction & Contract Design
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

  • 1ST SEMESTER
    Courses
    Technology
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Optimization I
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Numerical Linear Algebra
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Financial Economics & Accounting
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Labor Economics, Digitalization, and AI
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Computational macroeconometrics
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Environmental Economics
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    2ND SEMESTER
    Courses
    Entrepreneurship
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Optimization II
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Approximation
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Corporate Finance
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Institutional Economics
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Economic Reporting Lab
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

  • 1ST SEMESTER
    Courses
    Algorithms
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Optimization III
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Partial differential equations
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Microeconometrics
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Capital Markets
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Behavioural Economics, Finance & Decision Making
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    IE- Challenge
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    2ND SEMESTER
    Courses
    Nonlinear dynamics
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Deep Learning
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Bayesian statistics & stochastic processes
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Economic Research: Regions & Industries
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

    Courses
    Econometrics II: Forecasting & Identification
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    3

    Courses
    Economic Research: Consumers & Markets
    Professors
    Type
    Mandatory
    ECTS
    6

  • 1ST SEMESTER
    Courses
    Electives
    Professors
    Type
    Elective
    ECTS
    30

    2ND SEMESTER
    Courses
    Electives
    Professors
    Type
    Elective
    ECTS
    12

    Courses
    Final Project (BAM)
    Professors
    Type
    FP
    ECTS
    12

    Courses
    Final Project (BIE)
    Professors
    Type
    FP
    ECTS
    12

Components
Credits

  • CORE COURSES
    102
  • MANDATORY COURSES
    183
  • ELECTIVE COURSES
    42
  • FINAL PROJECT
    24

CREDITS NEEDED TO GRADUATE
351
* This study plan is under review and is subject to change.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics

  • First Year - Dual Degre in Economics and Applied Mathematics | IE University

    FIRST YEAR

    The first year of the dual degree program will provide you with a solid foundation in both economics and mathematics. You will delve into core subjects such as Calculus, Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics and Computer Programming (including Programming for Economists), which will develop your mathematical thinking and computational skills. Simultaneously, you will explore the fundamentals of Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, as well as Economic History.

    This interdisciplinary approach in the first year sets the stage for integrating mathematical reasoning with economic analysis throughout the later stages of the program, but also gives you insights into the functioning of different individuals, markets and economies as you develop your understanding of International Trade and Monetary Systems, and of what the numbers involved represent in Probability and Statistics.

  • Second Year - Dual Degre in Economics and Applied Mathematics | IE University

    SECOND YEAR

    In your second year, you will expand your knowledge and skills across the two disciplines. You will study mathematics courses such as Geometry, Ordinary Differential Equations and Numerical Methods, and further explore the analysis and interpretation of economic data through subjects including Statistical Modeling, Databases and Data Visualization. Cutting-edge topics like Machine Learning, Industrial Organization and Strategy, Public Economics & Political Economy and the New Economy: Digital Ecosystems and Platforms module will better your understanding of the dynamics of economic systems in the digital era. You’ll also explore Research Methods, examine the tools that give you the power to understand what’s in the numbers you’ll encounter, and how to present them in Statistical and Mathematical Modeling modules, Databases and Data Visualization.

  • Third Year - Dual Degre in Economics and Applied Mathematics | IE University

    THIRD YEAR

    The third year is designed to enhance your expertise in both economics and mathematics while exploring specialized areas and the effects of technology within the field. You will tackle subjects including Optimization and Numerical Linear Algebra, acquiring advanced mathematical techniques applicable to complex economic phenomena. Additionally, courses such as Corporate Finance, both Institutional and Labor Economics, Digitalization & AI, Financial Economics & Accounting, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency and Environmental Economics will provide you with broad insights into how both economic principles, sustainability considerations and emerging technologies shape industries, markets and sustainable development. This year also presents opportunities for entrepreneurial exploration, interdisciplinary collaboration and research through the Economic Reporting Lab.

  • Fourth Year - Dual Degree in Economics and Applied Mathematics | IE University

    FOURTH YEAR

    Year four of the program encourages you to synthesize your knowledge and skills through more advanced courses. A deep dive into topics like Algorithms, Partial Differential Equations, Nonlinear Dynamics, Deep Learning and Bayesian statistics & stochastic processes will see you leverage your mathematical and computational expertise to address intricate economic problems. In parallel, you will explore wider economic subjects including Behavioral Economics, Finance & Decision Making—which seeks to address the complexities of human behavior, economic decision-making and the impact of technology on the economy—Capital Markets, Microeconometrics and different types of Economic Research.

  • Fifth Year - Dual Degre in Economics and Applied Mathematics | IE University

    FIFTH YEAR

    The final year of the dual degree program places a greater focus on specialization and practical application. This year gives you the chance to choose elective courses that align with your individual interests and career aspirations, alongside the opportunity to complete an internship or to take part in an exchange. Moreover, you will undertake your Final and Capstone Projects—the pinnacle of your academic journey—showcasing your ability to apply mathematical and economic knowledge to address real-world challenges. This culminating experience ensures you are fully prepared to enter the workforce or pursue further studies having built a comprehensive understanding of economics and applied mathematics.

The Dual Degree in Economics & Applied Mathematics Learning Journey

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BETTER CONNECTIONS

Our agreement with the Royal Spanish Mathematical Society (Real Sociedad Matemática Española, RSME) validates the exceptional quality of our Bachelor in Economics and Applied Mathematics program, offering students valuable insights, opportunities, and connections with industry and academia, empowering their careers in the multidisciplinary world of applied mathematics.

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