Universidad de Los Andes

What you'll study

Study areas emphasise practical economic analysis and applied statistics. Core activities described by the programme include:

• Designing methods to analyse economic and statistical information, compiling data and interpreting results.
• Assessing economic and financial feasibility of projects.
• Participating in planning of national production and distribution to influence supply and demand.
• Analysing and evaluating international treaties and agreements to determine their effectiveness and national implications.
• Preparing reports, programmes and technical presentations for public officials and assemblies.

Entry requirements

The source page refers applicants to the faculty study plan and the university admissions steps. Prospective students should consult the faculty website and ULA admissions guidance for detailed entry procedures and any prerequisites.

Career prospects

Typical occupational destinations listed include posts in the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry for Light Industries and Commerce, public administration, autonomous institutes, higher-education teaching and research, commercial and industrial firms, banking, and planning organisations.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should review Universidad de Los Andes faculty pages and ULA admissions resources for information on scholarships, financial aid and government funding opportunities; individual eligibility and availability will be published by the university and funding bodies.