Economics and Strategy in Emerging Markets

Through the electives, company internships and a study abroad programme, you have plenty of opportunities to tailor the programme to your preferences and interests. Have a look below for an overview of the courses you’ll take. 

These course details are provided for the general information of prospective students, and are subject to change. No rights can be derived from this information with regard to graduation requirements, scheduling, content, examinations or other assessment procedures for the degree courses described here. Complete details of study programmes for each academic year are published on the SBE Student Intranet and in the Education and Examination Regulations (EER).

The programme is structured around two semesters. During the first semester, you will:

• take a number of core courses that cover the general theoretical and empirical aspects related to emerging markets
• conduct a major policy project on a topic of your choice
• develop professional skills as part of the core courses and in specialised skills trainings
• take a course on a language from an emerging economy 

In the second semester, you will choose more targeted elective courses and write your thesis. The thesis, as well as the project your individual papers, will give you the opportunity to develop more specific, region-based expertise.

Assessment methods

Your learning will be assessed using a variety of methods, including presentations, exams, projects, group and individual papers, case analyses, policy briefs and participation in discussions.