School of Economics
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 is housed on 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, instructors, and administrative staff put their knowledge and skills to work for students to ensure high-quality support and a pleasant learning environment. The Faculty’s goal is to provide everyone with the best possible conditions to expand their knowledge, develop their career plans, and prepare for a promising career.
Committed to student life, the Faculty encourages participation in the UFR’s many student organizations, whether they involve cultural, athletic, social, or community service projects. Dedicated to providing an enriching experience both academically and personally, it supports each student in achieving success in their academic journey and in shaping their college years to be filled with discovery, engagement, and achievement.
Director: Edmond Baranès
Administrative Director: Eliette Monségur
Some figures
- 2,000 students
- 16 administrative staff members
- 45 Professors Teachers
Training Courses
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 Program (CPES). These programs provide students with a solid foundation in economic analysis, quantitative methods, and the social sciences, while helping them develop skills that are in high demand across many sectors.
At the master's level, the program is organized into two specializations:
- Currency, Banking, Finance, and Insurance (MBFA), comprising several specialized tracks: actuarial science, banking risk, market risk, financial engineering, and information systems.
- Economics, offering a wide range of programs covering the major fields of economics: energy economics, environmental economics, development economics, digital economics, public economics, health care systems, behavioral economics, governance, and public policy.
The programs offered by the Faculty of Economics are distinguished by a strong focus on professional preparation (internships, projects, and apprenticeships for several tracks), close ties to research, and excellent career outcomes. Graduates go on to pursue a wide variety of careers, including economic analyst, econometrician, research analyst, data scientist, actuary, market or banking finance expert, economic development specialist, teacher, researcher, and many others.
