Graduate Certificate Programs in Development Economics and International Development

Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) Degree Program.

University Preparedness Program: Academic and Skill-Building Workshops (Online).

In the International Economics (IECO) major, students receive rigorous training in economic analysis and quantitative methods. Through the core economics courses and courses on international trade, international finance, economic development, and globalization, students acquire the skills required to understand markets, to understand economic relationships among countries, and to evaluate the effects of policy on the economic welfare of individuals, firms, and countries.

This ability is essential to understanding the economic forces at work in the world and making sound decisions in the face of them. All students are expected to master the theoretical and empirical tools necessary to conduct such analysis.

Qatar and other Gulf countries are becoming important in the global economy. As this trend continues, the demand for skilled economists in the public and private sectors will increase. The international economics major provides students with strong analytical and quantitative skills that distinguish them on the job market and among applicants to graduate and professional schools.

Prerequisites required for entry to IECO major (3 courses):.

IECO Applied (3 courses) andSenior Seminar (1 course).

Three IECO applied courses. At least 1 course (3 credits) must be an approved 400-level ECON course with IECO applied course attribute.

IECO 400 Research Project Design Seminar or a 400-level IECO seminar course with term paper requirement (Year 4).

GU-Q offers a variety of courses that fulfill the requirements of the IECO major.

Honors theses are original works of thought and research, not merely summaries of the work and ideas of others. a skill that both employers and graduate and professional schools find very attractive.

Cumulative GPA of 3.5, and Major GPA of 3.67, or strong evidence of the capacity to achieve these. (Note that this Cumulative GPA requirement takes effect for students who are sopho s in academic year and afterwards. Previously a 3.3 Cumulative GPA was required.).

Letter of Intent due March 1, or by other posted deadline, of junior year.

Earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 and a grade point average of 3.67 in the major by the date of graduation. (Note that this Cumulative GPA requirement takes effect for students who are sopho s in academic year and afterwards. Previously a 3.3 Cumulative GPA was required.).

When declaring a major, sopho s prepare a declaration proposal outlining the reasons why they are pursuing one of the majors offered at GU-Q, including how the intended major coincides with their academic interests and possible career goals.

Students who elect this major often pursue careers in finance, consulting, law, management, media, international development, international organizations, research institutes, government, non-profit organizations, and academia.

One cannot pursue Honors and a Certificate simultaneously, given the heavy workload.

The online certificate program will help you develop the skills needed for a range of both professional roles, including policy-maker, urban planning support, business development manager, external affairs director, economic indicator data analyst, program officer, program evaluator, senior leader in an Economic Development organization, and more. Gain a deep understanding of the intersection of economic development with social equity, civic resilience, and urban transformation.

Economic development strategies have proven to be a key factor in the success or failure of localities. Professionals working in the civic sector, whether in public or private roles, need to understand how to foster economic growth and sustainability. Amidst, some of the most defining moments in recent history, New Orleans has become a leader in this area, with many lessons to share regarding economic resilience and transformation.

In addition to the program specific application requirements, the international applicants are required to submit the following documents:.

Applicants must submit the following documents for all of the academic institutions attended:.

Official degree conferral certificate is required if the transcript does not list the name of the degree and the conferral date.

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If you decide to enroll in our program and require an F1 student visa, you will be sent a link to our SMC Global Programs and Travel site. There you will be asked to submit the following items and forms:.

Designed for professionals from all industries, functional areas of business, and academic backgrounds.

This online program is designed to provide you with state-of-the-art knowledge and skills in information technology. Upon completion of this program you will be prepared for the challenge of developing and managing an information system within an organization.

All coursework is transferrable to the MS in IT Management program.

You may choose one from the following or other approved courses:.

These estimated program costs include tuition and fees based on the 2022-2023 Graduate Tuition and Fee Schedule and do not include the cost of textbooks or student health insurance. Tuition and fees vary depending on the program track pursued and the number of credit hours taken each semester.

The Outside-of-NC rate applies to students located outside of the state taking online classes. The Out-of-State rate applies to students taking classes while located within the state, but are not residents of NC (determined by the Residency Determination Service).

One official transcript from all previous academic institutions.