Apply mathematical optimisation and machine learning for better decision making. Model relevant societal problems into the framework of optimisation and machine learning and solve them in small teams.

Understand fundamental methods used in data science. We also help you develop the skills to apply these methods to economic and econometric data sets.

Understand the interaction between machine learning and optimisation at an advanced level. Develop the skills to deal with large datasets in order to solve complex global business issues.

Understand advanced econometric methods relevant for the empirical analysis of both predictive and causal relations in business. Interpret estimation and testing results, and know how to build a satisfactory empirical model. Practical experience is gained by applications to economic, marketing and financial data.

Understand EU personal data protection (privacy) legislation. Put your insights into practice through in-class assignments: an assessment of a hypothetical project that deals with issues like a new app or AI-system that involves the processing of personal (sensitive) data.

Apply deep learning techniques for computer vision, information retrieval and multimedia. Use the knowledge from this and previous courses to address a relevant business or societal challenge. The challenges are provided by our governmental and corporate partners in the Amsterdam Data Science network, such as the City of Amsterdam.

Understand the exploration/exploitation trade-off via the study of multi-armed bandits and of Markov Decision Processes. Implement various reinforcement algorithms (Monte Carlo & temporal-difference) for more complex problems.

You can choose one of the following electives: Economic and Financial Network Analysis, Machine Learning in Finance or Trustworthy AI for Business and Society.

You can choose one of the following electives: Advanced Marketing Analytics, Advanced People Analytics, Economic and Financial Network Analysis, Machine Learning in Finance or Trustworthy AI for Business and Society.

The Master’s thesis is the final requirement before you can graduate. It is often combined with an internship at a company, institution, public sector agency or semi-governmental organisation. This is your chance to dive deep into a new development or idea that you are enthusiastic about. When writing your thesis, you have the chance to explore it fully while simultaneously training your ability to independently conduct relevant research. You will be awarded the title Master of Science (MSc) upon graduation.