Program Overview
The Financial Economics at National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE) is a MA programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Financial Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Russian Federation and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 5,161 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,161 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Moscow, Russian Federation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Financial Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Econometrics
- Mathematics for Economists
- Financial Economics I
- Research Seminar
- Corporate Valuation in Mergers and Acquisitions
- Investment Management
- Private Equity and Venture Capital
- Banking
- International Trade and Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GMAT score:
The GMAT is specifically designed for admission to business or management schools, and is meant to test how prepared you are for a business degree programme
MSc programme in Financial Economics is designed for graduates with at least a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree, having a strong mathematical background, a basic knowledge of Economic Theory and a good level of English language. 60% of our students are graduates of economic faculties, another 30% have done their first degree in physics, mathematics, various natural and technical sciences. However, we are open to students with different backgrounds, interested in economics and finance and having a strong\xc2\xa0background in higher mathematics.
Portofolio composition:
- Diploma and academic transcripts
- Motivation letter
- CV
- Recommendation letter(s)
- Personal achievements
- Interview
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 5,161 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,161 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 5,161 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,161 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE)
National Research University - Higher School of Economics (HSE)
Moscow, Russia
HSE University, officially the National Research University Higher School of Economics is a public research university founded in 1992 and headquartered in Moscow, Russia. Along with its main...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-08-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months