College: Institute of Graduate Programs

This major focuses on the intersection of politics and economics on the global stage. Students explore international trade, finance, economic development, and political economy. The program emphasizes analytical skills, economic theory, political analysis, and an understanding of global economic systems. Graduates are prepared to work in international organizations, government agencies, think tanks, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of international political economy.
• Develop skills in analyzing international trade, finance, and economic development.
• Learn techniques in political and economic analysis.
• Explore the role of international institutions and global governance.
• Understand the impact of political economy on global issues.
• Analyze challenges and opportunities in the global economic system.
• Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for international projects.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to International Political Economy - Overview of international political economy and global economic systems.
2. International Trade - Principles and techniques for analyzing international trade.
3. International Finance - Basics and techniques for managing international financial systems.
4. Economic Development - Principles and techniques for promoting economic development.
5. Political Economy - Basics and techniques for analyzing the political dimensions of economic policies.
6. Global Governance and Institutions - Exploration and understanding of global governance structures.
7. Global Issues and Political Economy - Analysis and techniques for addressing global challenges.
8. Research Methods in International Political Economy - Principles and techniques for conducting research in international political economy.
9. Practical Training in International Political Economy - Real-world experiences in international organizations or government agencies.
10. Capstone Project in International Political Economy - Comprehensive project applying skills in international trade, finance, or economic development.

Assessment Methods:

Analyses of international trade, finance reports, economic development plans, political economy analyses, global governance studies, research methodology papers, practical training reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "International Political Economy" by Jeffrey A. Frieden and David A. Lake.
• "International Trade" by Alan V. Deardorff.
• "International Finance" by Maurice Obstfeld and Kenneth Rogoff.
• "Economic Development" by Michael P. Todaro and Stephen C. Smith.
• "Political Economy of International Relations" by Robert Gilpin.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge in economics, political science, and international relations. Suitable for students interested in international trade, finance, and economic development.

Duration of the Major:

Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practical training, and internships.

Certificate:

Graduates can earn a degree in International Political Economy and pursue certifications in international trade, finance, or economic development.

Target Audience:

Aspiring analysts in international trade, financial analysts, economic development specialists, political economists, and professionals seeking specialization in international political economy. This major equips students with the analytical, theoretical, and practical skills necessary to excel in international political economy and supports careers in international organizations, government agencies, think tanks, and related fields.