International Economics Masters Program

Overview
In an increasingly complex global business environment, changes in national comparative advantages, fluctuations in exchange rates, and the economic and financial risks emerging in changing political environments are some of the factors that managers must be able to analyze in order to successfully conduct international business activities. Lubin's MBA in International Economics degree provides the economic tools required to conduct such analyses. The program incorporates economics, finance and international business in its curriculum.

Program and Courses
The MBA in International Economics is a 39-58 credit program that provides students with the rigorous analytical skills of international economics combined with knowledge of the institutional foundations of international business that is required by managers in a rapidly globalizing business environment. This degree is designed to prepare those who intend to pursue careers in business organizations with substantial operations in the international sphere to interpret and forecast the effect of international economic and political trends on their business activities.

The program is specifically designed for prospective MBA students planning careers as managers in international banking and finance and in corporations with large multinational operations. These students are provided with the knowledge and technical skills to deal with the ongoing globalization process in finance and business.

Students:
	•	Assess the political and economic factors that determine the risks of investing in foreign countries;
	•	Analyze trends in international money and trade and global financial markets;
	•	Use their skills in dealing with globalization in the financial and business spheres.

The following coursework is required for the completion of the MBA degree in International Economics:

Preliminary Skill (0 credits)
Foundation Core (0-19 credits)
Professional Core (15 credits)

Required Specialization Courses (9)
ECO 622 International Economics
FIN 644 Money and Capital Markets
FIN 651 Global Financial Markets

Specialization Electives (6) choose two
INB 666 Global Business Strategy and Operations
ECO 646 International Risk Analysis
ECO 694 Research Project

Breadth Electives (6)
Lubin 600 level not ECO or MBA prefixed

(Click for information on breadth electives.)

Capstone (3)
MBA 688 Business Strategy and Stakeholder Responsibility

Total Credits: 39-58

Please click on the course name to see the course description, or click to view all finance and economics course descriptions.

Students can complete the MBA in International Economics within one and a half to three years depending upon full or part-time study and their eligibility for waivers or transfer credits. Five years is the maximum time period allowed for completion of the program.

Faculty
Lubin faculty is comprised of accomplished practitioners and scholars who offer students a stimulating and interactive learning experience. Their research is often quoted in publications such as Fortune, Business Week and The Wall Street Journal. Highly qualified faculty with extensive industry experience contribute to the International Economics concentration. They bring not only academic excellence, but also industry savvy to the classroom.

Career Opportunities
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the growing complexity of the global economy and the effects of international competition on businesses should increase the demand for international economic analysis in virtually every industry in the near future. Some examples of job titles often held by those with an economics background are financial analyst, market analyst, public policy consultant, researcher or research assistant, and econometrician. An increasing number of economists will be employed in consulting services. Managerial positions in many firms, including international banks, other financial institutions, and large multinational companies, are also open to economics majors.

"The process of globalization is one of the most exciting developments of the new millennium. It confronts business decision-makers and managers with an economic world that is rapidly shrinking in distance and expanding in opportunities. The MBA in International Economics is a uniquely designed program that will provide the theoretical and practical tools that prospective managers need to identify and take advantage of opportunities that are emerging daily in the international business arena."
Dr. Joseph T. Salerno, professor, Department of Finance and Economics, Lubin School of Business

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Career and Industry Links
Going Global - An array of original country-specific career information for international job seekers
International Business Forum - Provides information about business opportunities in the international marketplace
Worldwide Business Briefings - Country-specific reports on international business practices, cross-cultural communication, negotiating, international etiquette, and much more
GlobalEdge - An index of international business resources on the web. Includes resources on countries, governments, statistics, news sources, mailing lists, etc.
Europages: The European Business Directory - 500,000 companies selected in 30 European countries
BusinessAndLaw.com - International Business and Legal Resources. Comprehensive guide to business, law, news, and investing throughout the world
JobPilot - Search for over 50,000 job vacancies worldwide

Flexible Scheduling
To accommodate the needs of employed students, the program is designed with variable course loads and conveniently scheduled late afternoon and evening classes. The University also offers extended hours for many administrative offices to serve its working students.

Convenient Locations
The MBA in International Economics program is offered at the New York City downtown campus located in the center of the city's financial district, just a few blocks from Wall Street. Some classes may also be offered at Pace's Midtown Center in Manhattan.

Admission
A U.S. bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree from a foreign school is the preferred undergraduate degree requirement for admission into the program. In addition to a resume, a personal statement, a GMAT or GRE score report, and two recommendations, applicants must submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities they have attended. A recent TOEFL score, no more than two years old, is required of all applicants whose native language is not English or who did not receive a bachelor's or master's degree from a U.S. institution. Recommended application deadlines are August 1 for the fall entry term and December 1 for the spring entry term. Click for our Application Guidelines and Checklist.

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Office of Graduate Admission
New York City Campus
Phone: (212)346-1531
E-mail: gradnyc@pace.edu

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For additional information about the MBA in International Economics program, contact:

Graduate Chair
Finance and Economics Department
P.V. Viswanath, PhD
(212)618-6518
pviswanath@pace.edu

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