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Overview Located in the heart of the Richter Campus and easily accessible via the two tram lines that serve it, the University of Montpellier’s School of Economics offers a dynamic, welcoming learning environment that fosters success. It boasts a modern campus equipped with all the resources needed to study, get involved, and thrive: a university library, a student dining hall, and a student center. Professors , faculty, and administrative staff put their knowledge and skills at the service of students to ensure high-quality support and a pleasant working environment. The Faculty’s goal is to provide everyone with the best conditions to expand their knowledge, develop their professional plans, and prepare for a promising career. Open to student life, the Faculty encourages participation in the many UFR clubs and organizations, whether they involve cultural, athletic, social, or community service projects. Committed to providing an enriching experience both academically and personally, it supports each student in achieving success in their academic journey and in building years of study filled with discoveries, engagement, and achievement. Dean: Edmond Baranès; Administrative Director: Eliette Monségur Key Figures 2,000 students 16 administrative staff 45 Professors , and faculty members Academic Programs The Faculty offers a comprehensive range of programs in economics, structured around several Bachelor’s degree tracks, a dual Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Political Science, and a Multidisciplinary Graduate Studies Program (CPES). These programs provide students with a solid foundation in economic analysis, quantitative methods, and the social sciences, while developing skills that are in high demand across many sectors. At the Master’s level, the program offerings are structured around two specializations: Money, Banking, Finance, and Insurance (MBFA), which includes several specialized tracks: actuarial science, banking risks, market risks, financial engineering, and information systems. Economics, featuring numerous tracks covering the major fields of economics: energy economics, environmental economics, development economics, digital economics, public economics, health systems, behavioral economics, governance, and public policy. The programs offered by the Faculty of Economics are distinguished by a strong professional focus (internships, projects, and apprenticeships for several tracks), close ties to research, and excellent career outcomes. Graduates thus go on to pursue a wide variety of careers, including economic analyst, econometrician, research analyst, data scientist, actuary, market finance or banking expert, economic development specialist, teacher, researcher, and many others. Website View map in full screen