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Welcome to the PSME Interactive Academic Space - EPI (Espaces Pedagogiques Interactifs)
You will find news and updates throughout the year relevant to the PSME community, as well as the necessary course syllabus and reading materials for your classes.
Please check here often for updates!PSME NEWS UPDATES
Welcome to the Pantheon Sorbonne Master in Economics program!
Practicing Languages through the SGEL :
DDL (Département des Langues)
site: http://langues.univ-paris1.fr
e-mail: dirlangues@univ-paris1.fr
Office: A 702 Tolbiac
Tel: 01 44 07 88 19
To enroll in a language course other than those offered through the PSME program you can enroll online at the language center DDLYou may choose from Chinese, German, Portuguese, Spanish, ItalianFollow PSME on
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PSME Schedule
You can download the official academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year here.
Detailed 1st semester schedule with week to week room assignments
Orientation Schedule (tentative)
Please check here often for schedule changes and updates
Academic Calendar for 2024-2025
Online Enrollment at https://primo.univ-paris1.fr/primo/ starting June 24th 2024 a 10 h (Paris Time) until July 20th. (enrollment website here.)
July 20th: Deadline for Enrollment online Detailed instructions here
September 2nd : Arrive in Paris. Check into your room.
September 3rd-15th: Math refresher and orientation
September 2nd - 15th: PSME Orientation (check detailed orientation schedule)
September 13th: Mandatory Welcome Meeting @ MSE Room 114 from 10h-11h30, Cocktail in the evening. Meet at Centre Sorbonne at 17h30 (17 rue de la Sorbonne, 75005 Paris)
September 16th, 2024: Start of the 2024-2025 academic year. Semester 1 begins
Core lectures and TD for Econometrics start September 16th, along with French class. All other Tutorials start the week of September 23rd.
October 27th - November 3rd: Fall Vacation
December 16th-20th: Language course exams, last tutorials and make up courses
December 22nd-January 5th: Vacation
January 6th-22nd: Semester 1 Final Exams
January 27th: Semester 2 Starts
February 23rd-March 2nd: Vacation
April 13th – April 23rd: Spring Vacation
May 8th: National Holiday (May 8th end of War 1945 and Ascension). No classes or exams
May 12th - May 27th: Semester 2 Exams
May 31st, 2025 for 2024-2025 academic year: Master Thesis Due by 2pm (email pdf to your director & upload on EPI)
June 16th-July 5th: Second Session of exams (make-up exams) for semester 1 and 2
Semester 1 and 2 Finals Schedule:
Semester 1 exams schedule :
1st semester exams are scheduled as follows (also in the excel schedule file tab for 1st semester exams)
French: Thursday, Dec. 19th regular French periodExam January 8th Financial Markets 8h30-10h30 Centre Censier Amphithéâtre D02, D03, Salle D11 Exam January 9th Microeconomics Angelo Secchi 14h-17h MSE. 114 Exam January 13th Macroeconomics Liza Burina 13h30-16h30/17h30 tiers Room 117 Exam January 15th Econometrics Morgane Louanen/Jerome Héricourt 10h-12h, MSE:114 Exam January 17th Economic Growth Carmen Camacho 13h30-16H30/ 17h30 (tiers) mse:114 -
Your arrival is expected on September 4th at the Maison des Sciences Economiques at 106-112 boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris (Métro stop: Campo Formio)
In order to complete enrollment you will need to provide the following documents:
- Photo copy of your undergraduate diploma and the last diploma received if you have obtained a degree beyond the undergraduate diploma, + copy of bac for french citizens
- Photo copy of your passport (only the page with your name, date of birth, etc.)
- 2 ID photos of your face (35mm x 45mm) - you can get these done at any photobooth in Paris and scan them. You find the photobooths often in the metro.
- Proof of purchase of your civil liability insurance for the academic year 2023-2024 (you can sign up for this through SMEREP choose the SMEREP Pack for civil liability insurance or additional coverage of your choosing)
- Proof of enrollment in the CVEC for the upcoming school year
- If you have already been enrolled at Université Paris 1 Pantheon Sorbonne you need to provide a photocopy of your student ID card
- If you are a French governement scholarship-holder, you need to provide a scholarship certificate ("attestation de bourse").
- If you are from Quebec- Form SE401
- If you are French you may need to provide a photocopy of your "attestation de recensement uniquement pour les étudiants français garçons nés à partir de 1979 et pour les fille à partir de 1983"
Below you will find helpful documents and information.
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Preparing for the PSME :
You should expect to “brush up” on your knowledge of Economics and Mathematics in order to be prepared for the courses you will be expected to follow. It is important to keep in mind that graduate training in economics is highly mathematical. From our past experience students coming from all over the globe have had very different backgrounds in Economics and mathematics training. In order for you to be successful and get the most out of the program, we suggest you go through this material before arriving in Paris. If you have a solid base in economics and mathematics and do not need to revise, great! For those of you who are unfamiliar with any of the topics, requiring review, or intense learning, please prepare during the summer by reviewing the below material. The textbooks you'll need specifically for the math refresher course with Antonio Marchitto can be found online.
Nota bene: The topics listed are essential for fully grasping the material covered in the Master’s courses. This course, which lasts a maximum of 3 weeks, can’t replace the individual preparation needed on these topics. Attending the course is NOT mandatory, but highly recommended for those with a diverse background and less experience in quantitative subjects. If you already feel confident in the subject your presence is discouraged, to avoid students in need feeling behind. Anyway, Antonio will still be available to help you out and provide support if needed.
Here are some suggested readings for the basics you should already be familiar with before arrival:
Macroeconomics by Olivier Blanchard
Intermediate Microeconomics by Hal R. Varian
Basic Econometrics by Damodar N. Gujarati
Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics by Alpha C. Chiang
Math Refresher Course PSME 2024-2025
Instructor: e-mail: Antonio.Marchitto@univ-paris1.fr
References specific for the Math refresher course you will be following during the orientation weeks with Antonio:
Chiang, A.C. and Wainwright, K. (2005). Fundamental methods of mathematical economics. McGraw-Hill. (CW)Dowling, E.T. (2011). Schaum's Outline of Introduction to Mathematical Economics, 3rd Edition. McGraw-Hill. (D)
Floyd, J. E. (2010). Statistics for economists: a beginning. University of Toronto. (F)
Outline:
1. General remindersa. The sum and product operators (Σ - Π)
b. Operations with logarithms and exponents
c. Some useful notations and their differences (𝑑𝑦/𝑑𝑥 vs 𝜕𝑦/𝜕𝑥)2. Functions (CW: Chapter 2, 2.4-2.6)
a. Definition and its meaning for economics
b. Common functions and their graphs
c. Inverse functions and their properties
d. Functions of two and more independent variables3. Derivatives (D: Chapters 3 and 5)
a. Product rule
b. Quotient rule
c. Chain rule
d. Partial differentation
e. Differentials
f. Total differentials
g. Total derivative
h. Derivative of implicit functions
i. Inverse function rule4. Optimization (CW: Chapter 9, 9.1-9.4)
a. Lagrangian
b. Kuhn-Tucker condition
c. Envelope theorem5. Matrices and linear algebra (D: Chapters 10-12)
a. Simple operations: sum, product, inverse, transpose
b. Determinants
c. Projections
d. Diagonalization
e. Introduction to eigenvectors and eigenvalues6. Probability and Statistics (F: Chapters 2-4)
a. Conditional probability
b. Bayes rule
c. Expected value
d. Variances and co-variances
e. Distributions
f. Central limit theorem-
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Slides of the class and all homework on derivatives and their solutions
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Recording of the lecture on logarithms, functions and definition of derivatives + product rule
Passcode: Db&wAwU6
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Lecture on derivatives (implicit function, total derivatives, partial derivatives, gradient, directional derivatives)
Passcode: yXls5Xd+
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Master 2 Application Procedures
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Dissertation to be turned in May 31st, 2024 for 2023-2024 academic year at 14h online and by email and hard copy to your director.
For Help Writing the paper you might want to check out The Writing Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
See Dissertation course website for slides and details
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You will find information regarding the PSME grading system in this section.
The grades are given on a scale of 1-20 as in the normal French grading system as used at Université Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne. You must have an overall average of 10 or above to pass the year.
All classes will have a final exam at the end of the semester during the exam period.
Some courses, depending on the professor, will have midterm exams, presentations, projects, etc. in addition to the final exam.
Panthéon Sorbonne Master in Economics
This grading policy applies to all students enrolled in the PSME program.
A. Attendance in courses and tutorials is required. Each course is graded between 0 and 20 based on the French University grading system. More than 3 excused absences from a tutorial results in failure.
B. The break-down of the average will be calculated based on the following:
1st Semester:
4 required core courses with tutorials (graded from 0 to 20) : 7 ECTS credits each
The course grade will consist of 50% Course grade, 50% Tutorial grade.
French as a foreign language or other language (graded from 0 to 20) : 2 ECTS credits
In exceptional cases, the director of the PSME may exempt a student from taking the French course, in which case this course is replaced by another Foreign language course.
2nd Semester:
6 elective courses (chosen from the list provided) : 4 ECTS credits each
Students with an advanced knowledge of French and the permission of the director may replace one of the regular PSME elective courses with one of the proposed French economics courses.
PSME dissertation : 4 ECTS credits
French as a foreign language or other language: 2 ECTS credits
In exceptional cases, the director of the PMSE may exempt a student from taking the French course, in which case this course is replaced by another Foreign language course.
C. Make up exams
All students are given one and only one chance to make up a failed or missed final exam. All make up exams will take place during the weeks following the end of the academic year. The make up exams for this year will take place between June 18th-July 6th. The new grade on the make up exam will take the place of your course grade.
D. Degree deliverance
The degree entitled Panthéon Sorbonne MSc in Economics will be delivered to all students who meet the following criteria:
- overall average > or = to 10 for the academic year
The following French distinctions will be awarded on the degree:
Passable = Passing for an average between 10 and 12 (10, <12)
Assez bien = Satisfactory for an overall average between 12 and 14 (12, <14)
Bien = Good for an overall average between 14 and 16 (14, <16) (Honors)
Très Bien = Very Good for an average of 16 and above ( 16) (High Honors)
The Board of Examiners can grant additional points (no more than .3 pts) to a student so that s(he) can reach one of the above thresholds.
All decisions of the Board of Examiners are final, except in the case of material error.
The PSME team takes ethics very seriously. Cheating and plagiarism are highly forbidden. Please make sure you have read and understood the Code of Conduct.
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PSME Code of Conduct
Honesty, Integretiy, and Respect are among the top of our list. As a member of the PSME group we expect each of you to treat eachother and your work with honesty, integrity, and respect.This code of conduct applies to all students enrolled in the PSME program.
See the Code of Conduct for the complete version.
This section highlights the Rules of Conduct as stated in Section C of the PSME Code of Conduct
C. Rules of conduct
1. General
This code of conduct starts by stating general rules of behaviour. These rules apply to all PSME students.
- Respect for one another should be shown at all times. Behaviour such as hostility,
violence, sexual harassment and discrimination on any grounds is never acceptable.
- Respect for the properties and facilities of the PSME and Université Paris 1 should be
shown at all times. Items on loan should always be handled with the greatest care.
- The use of the name, logo or formal records of the University without formal permission
is prohibited.
2. Obligations for students
Below is a list of obligations that apply to all students.
- You should treat all students, school and staff members with respect.
- Study progress is your own responsibility. Social activities are never a legitimate reason
for neglecting educational activities such as preparation for and participation in tutorials,
completion of assignments and exams, and attendance at lectures.
- If your work is published, you should place a disclaimer on the second page, stating that
you are responsible for the contents of the work.
3. Tutorial meetings and lectures
- You should always be on time for lectures and tutorials. The lecturer or tutor may refuse
admittance to the lecture hall or classroom if you arrive after the start of the lecture or
tutorial.
- You are expected to have studied and prepared the material that is the subject of
discussion during lectures and tutorials.
- You are responsible for fulfilling your attendance requirements. In every course there is a
built-in margin for absence due to personal circumstances like illness and the like. If you
exceed this margin, you must contact your course coordinator or program director.
Absence without a legitimate reason is subject to sanctions, for example failure to take
the exam.
- When working in teams or subgroups, each member should contribute equally and take
responsibility for the final result of the work.
- Lectures are essential elements of the education offered during course periods, and form
part of the examination material to be studied. Lecturers spend a lot of time preparing
for these lectures and therefore count on your presence and attention.
4. Examinations
- You may only take part in an exam when properly registered to do so.
- Students who take part in an exam are considered to be aware of the regulations for
taking exams established by the University.
- You must arrive on time for exams.
- As a general rule, the only items allowed on your table are a pencil, pen and eraser
(other items that are allowed are mentioned by the professor). Mobile phones, MP3
players and any other electronic devices must be turned off and put in your bag.
- For identification purposes, you must always carry your Paris 1 student ID card, or
certificate of enrolment during exams.
- You must always ask a supervisor's permission before leaving your seat to go to the
restroom. Mobile phones or similar devices and study materials are not allowed in the
restroom.
- Any form of communication between students during written exams is strictly forbidden
and will be considered fraud.
- When you have finished your written exam, a supervisor will collect your material. You will not be allowed to leave before your work has been collected. You should leave the exam hall in silence so as not to distract your fellow classmates.
- Study results are always based on your personal effort and performance. Bribing course coordinators, tutors, supervisors or any other staff member or influencing them in any way is strictly forbidden by law.
- If there are irregularities in a subject examination or part thereof, which prevent the
Board of Examiners from assessing your knowledge, or if you have committed fraud or
created the opportunity to commit fraud, the University will impose sanctions upon you.
- Any form of cheating on examinations or papers will not be tolerated and will be
sanctioned. Sanctions may result in expulsion from the program or refusal to be given a second chance. Such heavy sanctions will be decided by the Disciplinary Section of the Board of the University, which is considered by French law as a penal court. .
- All PSME students will have one make up test opportunity after the completion of the academic year. Make up tests will be taken only when the student has failed the first time or an excused absence. A doctor's note is necessary for all absences due to illness.
This second examination period will take place between June and July.
5. References to sources in papers, essays and theses
- Including text from other authors in your work is only allowed when appropriate
reference is made to the source. Copying existing text in your work without giving a
source reference is prohibited and considered fraud.
- Any form of cooperation or exchange of information in the preparation and writing of
assignments is forbidden, unless explicitly stated otherwise in the description of the
assignment. If any such cooperation or exchange of information is detected, this shall be considered fraud.
- If the examiner has doubts as to whether the assignment was completed independently and individually and/or whether there is a case of fraud, s/he is authorised to institute an investigation. The Board of Examiners is entitled to take action if the results of the investigation give cause to do so.
- The examiner should inform the Board of Examiners in case of irregularities. The Board of Examiners is entitled to make further enquiries and to propose a sanction to the Disciplinary Section of the Board of the University.
6. Communication
- Communication between students or between students and any staff member should
always be conducted properly, politely and respectfully.
- You should also consider e-mail to be a formal means of communication: always state your full name and formulate your questions as specifically and clearly as possible.
- Problems between students or between students and tutors/lecturers should be
resolved in a civil manner. If a resolution cannot be reached through consultation, you
should contact one of the PSME staff members. They will do their best to help you in
resolving your differences.
8. Plagiarism
False claims of performance
Grade alteration
Deliberate falsification
Forgery
Extortion
- Examples of non-academic misconduct include, but are not limited to, the following:
Endangering behaviour
Assault
Harassment
Sexual misconduct
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