
Programs
To foster leaders with a worldwide perspective on political science and economics, well-versed in the evolution of geopolitics.
Master’s Program in Political Economy
Features & Objectives
The Program features interdisciplinary required courses in the Finance Track, spanning political science, economics, and finance. These courses enhance students’ competencies and equip them to understand and analyze complex political and economic issues, and the training provides the diverse skill set needed to address contemporary global challenges.
To cultivate professional talents with advanced leadership skills in political economy, capable of further academic pursuits or entering industry services. The main objectives train the students with these competences in 1): theoretical and practical knowledge of international political economy; 2) quantitative analysis and data science; 3): core competencies in political science, economics, and finance.
Degree Requirements
Students must complete 15 credits of required courses and 18 credits of electives, as well as a master’s thesis.
33 credits including
Required Courses
15
credits
Electives
18
credits
Course Requirements
Required Courses
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– International Political Economy (3)
– Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences (3)
– Internship or overseas exchange program (3)
The Social Science Quantitative Methods course is offered in the first semester, while International Political Economy is offered in the second semester. The prerequisite for International Political Economy is the interdisciplinary required courses in International Trade and International Finance.
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Select at least 6 credits
(Economics)
– International Trade (3)
– International Finance (3)
(Politics)
– Comparative Government I (2)
– Comparative Government II (2)
– International Relations I (2)
– International Relations II (2)
(Finance)
– Financial Management (3)
– Investment Management (3)
Students must consult with their advisors to select courses outside their original field of study.
Electives
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–International Order and Geopolitics
Seminar on Indo-Pacific Studies, Democratic Political Theory, Geopolitics and International Security
– International Political Economy
Political Economy, Public Economics, Game Theory
– Risk Analysis
Crisis Management and Risk Assessment, Seminar on Advanced Quantitative Methods
– ESG and Sustainable Development
Seminar on Sustainable Development, Technology in Society
– International Governance and Development Economics
Comparative and International Social Policy, Development Economics, International Trade Negotiations
Students must complete a minimum of 9 credits of electives courses.
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Students may take cross-listed courses offered by the School or relevant courses from other departments at NTU and dual-degree programs.