Economics and Business (Graduate Programmes)
Our MA programmes in Economics and Business equip you with strong foundations in international business and economics as well as finance and governance.
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Emma (Yuqian) is studying Comparative Business Economics.
I would strongly encourage anyone interested in this programme to apply! It is a challenging but very rewarding one-year course. Time management is key, but as long as you plan your work carefully, you will enjoy it. SSEES offers so many opportunities — academically, professionally, and socially — so make sure to explore them all and enjoy the experience!
Studying Economics and Business at UCL SSEES offers you a chance to study emerging economies through the lens of the SSEES region, but also draw upon knowledge from other emerging markets such as Asia and Latin America.
1 Year MA Programmes:
Please note that for 2025entry both the below programmes will require GMAT OR GRE scores to be submitted at point of application if candidates are studying/have studied their undergraduate programme outside of the UK.
- Comparative Business Economics MA
-View Full Programme Structure and Modules - Comparative Economics and Policy MA
-View Full Programme Structure and Modules
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2 Year Programmes:
- International Masters in Economy, State and Society: Economics and Business
- International Masters in Economy, State and Society: Politics and International Economy
Our degree programmes offer flexibility in module choices and also provide you with a chance to learn a language of the region. SSEES leads the Centre for Comparative Studies of Emerging Economies which provides research and insight into areas such as institutions, innovation, and growth; financial markets, banking and financial fragility; Social exclusion, political participation and migration; Natural resources, energy, and security and Statistics, in particular for the CEE region.
Our academic staff research a broad range of issues and we have expertise in areas such as innovation, entrepreneurship, political economy, finance and economic growth. Being part of the multidisciplinary environment that SSEES provides means not only will you acquire knowledge of the economies of the CEE region, but also understand the history, politics and culture that shape them. We also play host to the EBRD (Economic Bank for Reconstruction and Development) report each year, one of many collaborations that the School benefits from.
Key Contacts
Admissions: maadmissions@ssees.ucl.ac.uk
Admissions Tutor: Dr Yating Li
Programmes Coordinator: Dr Elodie Douarin
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