Bachelor in International Economic Relations

The department of International Economic Relations at UNYP offers a modern curriculum that combines the study of economics and international politics. The program focuses on providing students with a strong foundation in political, economic and international relations theory. The goal of the program is to prepare students to think theoretically and analytically about politics and economics in today's world, while using modern technology and ethical thinking in a multicultural environment to solve problems.

Graduates of the IER program at UNYP will leave with the following skills, among others:

• A solid theoretical foundation in economics, including the micro foundations of economic thought and macro issues facing nation states, comparative politics and international relations;
• A thorough understanding of the politics, history and diplomacy that preceded the 21st century;
• An ability to think theoretically and analytically about contemporary issues in international affairs;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English;
• Proficiency in using software applications and information technology for research;
• An ability to work collaboratively in teams and in a multicultural setting.

UNYP graduates continue to be successful in securing professional positions in their fields, and many are pursuing graduate degrees in the EU and USA. Alumni feedback indicates a high degree of satisfaction with the program, and students repeatedly indicate that the emphasis on oral and written communication skills, as well as critical analysis training, were instrumental in finding and retaining employment. Unique to the program is the interactive and dynamic teaching style of the faculty, which is recruited from the USA and the EU, and our professors hold advanced degrees in their fields of teaching. Lastly, the IER Bachelor Degree is a perfect stepping stone to graduate studies. A number of our graduates have continued their studies in some of the most prestigious universities such as The London School of Economics, John Hopkins University or Cambridge University

Courses taken as Requirements:

• International Business
• International Relations
• Management
• Foreign Policy
• Ecological Economics
• Area Studies
• International Media Studies
• Contemporary Problems in Political Economy
• Human Resources