Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Programmes
The Department of Economics at the University of Piraeus offers six Postgraduate Programmes (MSc programmes), designed to combine academic excellence with applied knowledge and a strong connection to the labour market.
The programmes aim to provide graduates with a competitive advantage both in Greece and internationally through specialized knowledge, practical skills, and networking opportunities with the academic and business communities.
Our Postgraduate Programmes
Below you will find the Department’s six postgraduate programmes.
Each programme is presented with a brief description. By clicking “Learn More”, a pop-up window opens with additional information and a link to the programme’s official website.
Economic and Business Strategy
A unique programme of its kind in Greece, focusing on strategic analysis and its practical application in real-world markets.
Economic and Business Strategy
The Master’s Programme in Economic and Business Strategy is the longest-running programme of the Department and the only one of its kind in Greece. Since 2001, it has been preparing professionals seeking to gain a meaningful competitive advantage in the labour market by combining theoretical analysis with practical application.
Teaching is enriched through case studies and real-world market examples, while the programme’s graduates have demonstrated a successful professional track record spanning more than two decades.
Economics and Health Management
Combines economic analysis and management principles to prepare professionals for leadership roles in the critical field of healthcare.
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The postgraduate programme Economics and Health Management is designed for graduates and professionals seeking to develop their careers in the healthcare sector. Participants come from a wide range of backgrounds, including health sciences, economics, and other scientific disciplines, while many are already practicing clinicians, executives in healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, or policy-making institutions.
The programme provides specialized tools for the analysis of healthcare financing and service provision, organizational management, and health policy development. Its objective is to develop the skills and competencies required for graduates to effectively address the growing challenges of a demanding and continuously evolving sector.
Bioeconomy, Circular Economy and Sustainable Development
An innovative interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral programme focusing on Sustainable Development and the Circular Economy, offering strong career prospects in leading organizations and industries.
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The postgraduate programme Bioeconomy, Circular Economy and Sustainable Development focuses on some of the most critical challenges of the global economy: the design of policies and practices that promote sustainable development and the implementation of circular economy principles.
The programme equips students with the knowledge and skills required to analyze, design, and implement strategies for resource efficiency, waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable entrepreneurship, with direct alignment to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The programme has already demonstrated strong outcomes, as many of its students secure positions in leading Greek and international companies even before graduation. It is designed for professionals and graduates from economics, management, natural sciences, and social sciences who aspire to excel in areas such as sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), green investments, and consulting services.
Economics of Education and Management of Educational Units
Combines economic analysis and management principles to support the effective operation and administration of schools and educational organizations.
Economics of Education and Management of Educational Units
The postgraduate programme Economics of Education and Management of Educational Units focuses on the economic dimensions of education and the role of human capital in modern society. The programme develops leadership and management skills for educational professionals, places emphasis on financial evaluation and resource management, and fosters the ability to design effective educational policies and programmes within both national and European contexts.
It is an ideal choice for those aspiring to take on leadership roles in schools, educational institutions, or public organizations, combining academic excellence with practical application in one of the most important sectors of contemporary society.
Applied Public Economics and Policy
Develops future leaders in public economics and policy, providing specialized expertise for careers in government institutions, public organizations, international bodies, and consulting firms.
Applied Public Economics and Policy
The postgraduate programme Applied Public Economics and Policy is designed for recent graduates and professionals who wish to pursue careers in the public sector or in organizations influenced by public policy, such as banks, consulting firms, foundations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
The programme provides a strong foundation in public economics, offers in-depth knowledge of contemporary governance issues, and allows for specialization through elective courses and study pathways. Graduates acquire strong qualifications for careers in senior management positions, as well as for continuing their studies at doctoral level.
The programme aims to develop professionals capable of addressing the challenges of effective public sector management and contributing to the design and implementation of policies that shape society and the economy.
Competition Policy and Market Regulation
Prepares specialists in competition policy and market regulation by combining theoretical foundations, empirical analysis, and practical application.
Competition Policy and Market Regulation
The postgraduate programme Competition Policy and Market Regulation focuses on the analysis and implementation of policies that ensure healthy competition and the efficient functioning of markets. It combines the theory of industrial organization with empirical methods, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of both the theoretical framework and the practical challenges of market regulation.
The programme prepares specialized professionals capable of addressing the demands of a globalized economy and meeting the growing needs in the fields of competition policy, regulatory compliance, and market oversight.
It is an ideal choice for individuals seeking careers in regulatory authorities, competitive markets, research institutes, and major business organizations.
Why Choose a Postgraduate Programme at the Department of Economics?
- Learn from distinguished faculty members with international experience and active research engagement.
- Become part of a strong network connecting students and alumni with businesses, organizations, and policy institutions.
- Study in a Department with a long-standing academic tradition and reputation, recognized both in Greece and internationally.
- Gain specialized knowledge through programmes designed to meet market demands and open new professional opportunities.
- Join the University of Piraeus, one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Greece, with strong links to the economy and the labour market.