Introduction
Program goals
The program is a two-year route to a master’s degree in applied and international economics. It is designed for students who want to pursue a career in economic or financial consultancies, international business, or academia. As modern economics and global markets require professionals to have sound knowledge in economic theory, use data analysis, work with quantitative software, and to be able to study effectively, the program offers a range of courses which help to develop skills and expertise demanded by potential employers.
The first year of the program is common for all the enrolled students and includes core economic courses (microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, game theory) complemented by several research methodology disciplines. In the second year, students can choose one of two study tracks. The applied track focuses on economic and data analysis, while the international track is aimed to provide students with expertise in international business and the world economy.
The courses of the program are taught by both local faculty (including people with Ph.D. degrees from Russian and foreign universities) and invited visiting professors from the leading Russian and European universities. A substantial number of courses are taught in English. We also regularly invite our corporate and academic partners for seminars and workshops which are integral elements of the program.
Program advantages
Two tracks: applied and international economics
Teaching staff with wide academic, research, and professional experience
A well-developed learning environment with modern learning and research equipment, access to vast research sources and databases
Direct collaboration with leading Russian and international companies
Key courses
The program curriculum aims to develop the following in-demand competencies of the students:
Experts in data analytics and information technologies
Fundamental economic knowledge together with practice experience
Research competencies
Management skills
Ability to work both in Russian and global companies
Key courses of the program include:
Year 1:
Microeconomics
Macroeconomics
Mathematics for Economists
Game Theory and Applications
Basics of Programming
Year 2 (Applied Economics Track)
Applied Economic Research Methods
Advanced Econometrics
Basics of Machine Learning
Experimental and Behavioural Economics
Academic Writing
Year 2 (International Economics Track)
International Trade
Spatial and Regional Economics
Foreign Direct Investments
Risk Management in Foreign Trade
Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Ethics
+ research events and training
Career opportunities
Just after graduation – business analyst, a specialist in international activities, data specialist
5 years after graduation – top-manager, head of the department
10 years after graduation – director, CEO, CFL
Specific admission requirements
Economic or mathematical background
Entry exam
English knowledge
