Final Objectives

The objectives of the BSc Econometrics and Operations Research can be summarised in the following aims regarding knowledge, skills and attitude:

Requirements concerning Knowledge

Students who have finished the BSc programme in Econometrics & OR have:

basic knowledge of economics, particularly concerning the fields that require a quantitative (model) approach;

basic knowledge of mathematics (notably analysis, algebra, probability theory, statistics and decision making in hypothesis tests) to be able to develop and analyse economic models;

basic knowledge of the disciplines of the three Master's programmes in Econometrics & OR at Tilburg University and their application.

Requirements concerning Skills

Students who have finished the BSc programme in Econometrics & OR are able to:

follow and apply a strictly model-oriented working method;

use relevant computer software and familiarise themselves with new programmes;

write and present assignments and articles in English;

apply their knowledge in the field of Econometrics & OR to practical economic problems in real-life business situations;

read and understand the scientific literature in the field of Econometrics & OR and do scientific research.

Requirements concerning Attitude

Students who have finished the BSc programme in Econometrics & OR have the ability to:

study and solve practical or scientific problems from an academic, quantitatively-oriented approach, always being open to different opinions;

take on new challenges and motivate others with their enthusiasm;

reflect critically on their own and other people's work, paying attention to both logical coherence (with the attitude of a mathematician) and economical relevance (from the viewpoint of an economist).