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From an interdisciplinary perspective, the Professional Master's Program in Economics is a graduate program, approved and recommended by CAPES, that prioritizes the application of theoretical knowledge to solving problems related to the formulation, monitoring, and evaluation of economics.

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What to expect from a Master's degree in Economics?

A Professional Master's Degree

The market increasingly demands qualified professionals with analytical and practical skills.

One of the main characteristics of MECO is its teaching methodology, which, in addition to a solid theoretical foundation, pays special attention to the analysis of case studies and practical applications of knowledge to economics.

Furthermore, the course is concentrated on Fridays and Saturdays, in order to allow the participation of professionals who seek to reconcile their participation in the master's program with their professional practice.

Modality

Professional Master's

Class schedule

Thursday and Friday (13:00 PM to 8:30 PM), Saturday (20:30 AM to 16:30 PM)

Beginning of Classes

August 2026

WORKLOAD

576 hours long.

Faculty

The main distinguishing feature of MECO is undoubtedly the qualification of its faculty, composed of professors who, in addition to standing out for their high and diverse academic qualifications, are also characterized by performing relevant functions in the upper echelons of the public sector.

This is a fundamental aspect of the program, since it allows students to present, analyze, and discuss ways to apply the theoretical tools presented in each subject to the reality of Economics, which emphasizes the professional nature of the course.

José Roberto Rodrigues Afonso

Doctor of Economic Development from the State University of Campinas with Post-Doctoral studies at the University of Lisbon. Economist and Accountant.

GUILHERME MENDES RESENDE

PhD in Economics from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Researcher at the Institute for Applied Economic Research (IPEA) and former Chief Economist at CADE (Administrative Council for Economic Defense).

Mathias Schneid Tessmann

Doctor of Economics with an emphasis in Finance from the Catholic University of Brasília. Founding partner of Deltainfra Consultoria and consultant for the World Bank.

FELIPE SCUDELER JUMP

Master's degree in Public Administration and Government from Fundação Getúlio Vargas – São Paulo. Chief Economist at Warren Brasil. Former Executive Director of the Independent Fiscal Institution of the Federal Senate. Former Secretary of Finance and Planning for the state of São Paulo.
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SELECTIVE PROCESS

YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE

The selection process for admission to the Professional Master's Program in Economics in the second semester of 2026 has 3 application periods. Check out the step-by-step guide we've prepared and learn more about our selection process:

STEP BY STEP

  • See the Notice

    Read the announcement carefully to understand all the stages of the selection process.

  • Write your resume.

    Highlight the key achievements of your academic and professional career.

  • Presentation letter

    Tell us what led you to pursue a Master's Program.

  • Interview

    Participate in an interview with 3 of our professors.

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AREAS OF INTEREST

The IDP curriculum is interdisciplinary. The program has 5 areas of interest, allowing students from diverse backgrounds to delve into knowledge useful for their academic and professional careers.

The student has complete freedom to move between the 5 areas, choosing the subjects that seem most interesting for their career and for their academic and personal life.

1
Area

ECONOMICS, INSTITUTIONS AND DEVELOPMENT

The objective of Area of ​​Interest 1 is to analyze and understand the main determinants of economic development, as well as the role of the State in this process.
2
Area

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Applied to Economics

Area of ​​interest 2 investigates how artificial intelligence and data science techniques can be applied to economic analysis. The focus is on the use of AI for modeling and forecasting economic phenomena, as well as in the evaluation of public policies, combining theoretical foundations with practical applications in different fields of economics.
3
Area

FINANCE AND BANKING

Area of ​​interest 3 aims to provide a solid foundation in economic theory, public and private finance, and the financial system. To this end, the most recent theories and applications in the field of credit, monetary, and interest rate policies are presented, as well as the tools and instruments commonly used in financial management and project evaluation.
4
Area

REGULATION AND COMPETITION

Area of ​​Interest 4 is part of the debate regarding the regulatory state and promoter of economic development within the context of a free market economy. This area aims to provide students with a set of theoretical and practical knowledge that allows them to understand the logic behind state intervention through regulation, as well as to reflect on its consequences for the behavior of economic agents.

A STATE-OF-THE-ART STRUCTURE

IDP invites you to discover its world-class facilities, with classrooms equipped with the latest technology and comfort.

The Master's Program in Economics is taught at the IDP's Asa Norte Campus, a building with modern and fully equipped classrooms. Our headquarters also has a number of spaces for socializing, relaxing, and studying, so that IDP becomes a second home for our students: a space where they have all the support they need to build a promising future.

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