Study
We currently offer following programs:
- MA in Economic Research (2-year program)
- PhD in Economics
We also accept visiting students of economics and related fields every year.
The language of instruction at CERGE-EI is English.
Why study at CERGE-EI?
International Recognition
- CERGE-EI IS ranked in the top 5% research institutions worldwide by the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) and Research Papers in Economics (RePEc).
- CERGE-EI operates under Charles University, the oldest university in Central Europe, ranked among the top 150 universities in Economics and Econometrics by the 2022 QS World University Ranking by Subjects, the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022 (Shanghai Ranking), and World University Rankings 2022 by Subject (Times Higher Education Ranking). The overall ranking of Charles University according to the QS World Rankings 2023 is #288.
- CERGE-EI has been recognized as a Center of Excellence by both the European Union and the US government
Excellent Professionals
CERGE-EI faculty hold PhD degrees from prestigious institutions including Princeton University, University of Minnesota, University of Chicago, University of Virginia, the London School of Economics and others. They are involved in advisory bodies of public institutions and influencing public policymaking and have established a remarkable record of publications in top international academic and policy-oriented journals, such as AER, or Nature, unparalleled in the region.
Czech and US diplomas
CERGE-EI has been granted an absolute (permanent) charter, which means that our PhD students receive a US MA degree after the first two years, and at the end of their PhD journey, they receive a US PhD degree, as well as a Czech degree from Charles University.
Individual Approach and Diverse Community
Every year, only 1 MA class and 1 PhD class of about 30 students opens, small class size enables an individual approach. The environment is international. CERGE-EI students come from over 30 countries and diverse academic backgrounds including economics, mathematics, physics, finance, business, engineering and information technology.
Outstanding Career Opportunities
CERGE-EI graduates pursue academic careers in prestigious university departments around the world, such as Max Planck Institute, Tilburg University or New York University, hold high-level positions in international organizations, including the World Bank, IMF, government ministries, central banks, think tanks, and private sector organizations. Many find jobs in international business sectors, including major banks and consulting firms such as Moody’s Analytics, EY, or Erste Group.
Facilities
CERGE-EI is located in the historical, beautiful Schebek Palace that was renovated to accommodate all needs of modern higher education. It is also home to the Kmenta CERGE-EI Library, which is considered to be the best library of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe. A brand-new Digital Media Centre with an 80-seat lecture theater and recording studio is equipped with the latest audiovisual technology.
Location in the Heart of Europe
The CERGE-EI building is located in the center of Prague, a beautiful and affordable European city with a great social and cultural life. Prague has been repeatedly proclaimed to be one of the safest cities in the world, and according to Global Peace Index (GPI), the Czech Republic ranks 7th on the list of safe and peaceful countries worldwide and 5th among European countries.
