Aims of the course

Over the last two decades the world has seen an increased globalisation of economic relations with a consequent highlighting of issues in international economics. Trade and international flows of goods, finance and resources - including people - are now increasingly part of everyday life as well as business. As economies become increasingly open the need to understand the nature of such change becomes ever more important.

We aim to provide you with an advanced contemporary grounding in mainstream economic theory with a particular focus on international economics. You will be equipped with the analytical techniques and research methods essential to undertaking research into issues in the international sphere.

The course is taught by academics who are actively involved in internationally recognised research and consultancy work for major institutions and agencies. The UK Quality Assurance Agency gives our Economics courses the highest quality rating, which places us equal 4th for Universities in London and the South East. In Economics research we are ranked in the top 25% of UK Universities eligible to submit to the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. The international student and staff body at London Metropolitan Business School facilitates a cultural diversity that adds to the international aspects of the course.

Entry requirements

The standard requirement is a good lower second-class Honours degree or equivalent in economics or other degree with a major component in economics. Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience will also be considered. Those without the standard requirements can attend the Graduate Diploma Course in Economics or Finance prior to enrolling on this course.

Course structure

You take six taught modules, five of which are core and one an option, together with a dissertation of 12-15,000 words.

Core modules:

• Advanced Macroeconomics
• Advanced Microeconomics
• Growth, Trade and Development
• International Finance
• Quantitative Research Methods
• Dissertation

Optional modules (choose one):

• Advanced Econometrics
• Emerging Markets in the Global Economy
• Environmental Sustainability and Economic Policy
• Development Finance
• Global Financial Markets
• International Business
• International Business of China, Japan and South Asia
• International Business Strategy

One of the optional modules may also be selected from another postgraduate course, subject to the course leader's approval.

Read more about the modules

Assessment

A variety of assessment methods are used including unseen examinations, seen examinations, open book computer workshops, essays, written reports, in-class tests, group work and case study presentations.

Career opportunities

The course will be of interest to graduates seeking careers in multinationals and import/export companies, or those seeking to work within the financial markets. Those already employed can update their knowledge and/or improve their careers. In addition, it can lead onto an MPhil or PhD. Our courses offer both a commitment to academic excellence and vital real-world relevance with the aim to maximise your career potential. Economics graduates have skills and knowledge that make them highly sought after by employers in business, finance and government. As a result Economics graduates, along with those from Medicine and Law are, on average, the highest paid graduates in the UK.

Attendance and duration

Full-time (day & eve): 1 year, 3 days/evenings a week
Part-time (day & eve): 2-4 years, up to 2 evenings a week

PLEASE NOTE There is no official closing date for this course, but you are advised to apply as early as possible as we will only consider your application if there are places available on the course.

Location

London City campus
Moorgate

Faculty

London Met Business School

Further information

Admissions Office

Tel: 020 7133 4202
Fax: 020 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk

or for further academic questions, contact the Course Leader, Chris Stewart, via: c.stewart@londonmet.ac.uk