Economics and Finance (MEF)

This program aims to give you a thorough grounding in both theoretical and applied economics. Aside from compulsory courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, you can choose from a wide range of elective courses. The courses are taught not only by academics but also external professionals from the central bank, commercial banks and business analysts. As a MEF graduate, you can assume challenging positions in banking, consulting, investment funds and public administration. 

early-bird: 28 February 2026

regular: 30 April 2026

Important note for visa-seeking students: Please read about the visa process before applying. You are responsible for organizing your legal stay in Czechia and the visa process can be quite lengthy. We therefore strongly recommend the early-bird deadline.

This program is designed to help you acquire quantitative and qualitative skills that are essential for solving complex economic problems in various areas of the financial industry. We place great emphasis on developing analytical competence that helps you build a rich understanding of finance phenomena and propose practical solutions to modern economic challenges.

We offer a wide range of electives to prepare you for challenging and rewarding professional careers in various areas of finance and investment. You will learn from esteemed academics and industry experts. Charles University is consistently ranked the top academic institution in Czechia, both overall and in economics and is renowned for the expertise of our graduates.

As the program exposes you to advanced topics in economics and finance, you are required to have an excellent background in mathematics. You should have completed at least two terms of Bachelor level mathematics. Prior knowledge of Bachelor level economics or finance is an advantage, but it is not required. Find more info here.

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Tuition fees: 7 000 EUR per year

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Degree: Master’s

Form: single degree

Duration: 2 years

Language: English

Teaching: on campus

The MEF curriculum is recognized by the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Institute. The MEF program’s high reputation among prospective employers lets you fully exploit your intellectual potential and acquire a dream job that makes a difference. Our graduates typically take on challenging positions in investment firms, consulting firms, and commercial banks. Some of them also work as analysts for local and international public organizations. Our program is also a good choice if you are considering doctoral (Ph.D.) studies in the future.

Admissions Team

Marcela Vrbatová

admissions@fsv.cuni.cz

Program Director and Coordinator

Jiří Novák

jiri.novak@fsv.cuni.cz