International Finance and Investment Management
Bachelor's Degree Program in English
Intensive Language Training
Fundamental Education
Practice-Oriented Program

The undergraduate program in international economics, finance and investment management is unique in the Russian education market. Special attention is paid to the activities of international economic organizations and transnational business. Students have the opportunity to get acquainted with their activities in practice, and their current employees are involved in teaching a number of disciplines.

The program is implemented in English and opens up wide opportunities for continuing studies both in Russia and abroad, including international programs.

Oleg PICHKOV

Dean of the MGIMO International Economic Relations School

About the Program

Fundamental economic education and excellent knowledge of foreign languages, combined with practical skills in international economics and finance, provide a competitive advantage for graduates of the Program in a specialization that is in demand on the labor market.

Leading specialists from Russia, Switzerland and Europe, employees of international organizations, top managers and entrepreneurs are involved in the teaching process. Students daily gain knowledge and communicate with outstanding professionals who have high qualifications and extensive practical experience.

Upon successful completion of the Program and the curriculum, graduates receive two diplomas.

Advantages

The Program provides:

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Lectures by leading professors of Swiss and European universities, experienced practicing lawyers, representatives of international organizations, non-profit and private sectors
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8 teaching hours per week of English and 6 teaching hours per week of French | German by native speaking language teachers up to the final level B2 / C1 / C2 and the possibility of continuous practice by immersion
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Internships in international organizations, corporations, banks
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An individual approach to each student and career guidance
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A unique opportunity to live and study in the Lake Geneva region with an exceptional quality of life and a high density of global governance actors
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Regular educational trips to Lausanne, Fribourg, Bern, Zurich, Paris, Vienna, etc.
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Access to professionally-oriented courses developed by experts in the field of language training for international specialists

Curriculum

Undergraduate program «International Finance & Investment Management» (in English) is jointly run by  Swiss School for International Relations and involves two years of study at MGIMO and two years at the Swiss School.

The study of two foreign languages is provided from the first year. Training is conducted in English both in Moscow and Geneva, including lectures and seminars by foreign professors of economics, representatives of international organizations such as the United Nations, the World Intellectual Property Organization, the World Trade Organization.

The curriculum is organized on a modular basis with a study of a subject for a few weeks followed by a pass/fail or exam. Simultaneously with core courses, English and French | German are taught intensively by native speaking teachers.

* There may be changes in the curriculum. Below are just some of the courses

Microeconomics
Game Theory
Mathematical Analysis
Macroeconomics
Finance and Financial Accounting
World Economy
Taxes and Taxation
Economic Informatics
Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
International Economic Relations
Economic Informatics
Civil Law
Basics of State and Law
International Economic Organizations
International Corporate Finance
Commercial and Banking Law of Switzerland
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Digital Transformation of the Global Economy
The Theory of Industry Markets
Digital Project Management Technologies
International Monetary and Credit Relations
Foreign Investment in the System of International Economic Relations
Legal Regulation of Foreign Economic Activity
Basics of Risk Management and Insurance
Modern Payment Systems
Fundamentals of Financial Analysis
Intellectual Property in the Global Economy
Finance and Financial Accounting

Foreign Languages

An integral part of the professional training of any modern specialist is the study of foreign languages.

Foreign languages ​​are taught according to the system adopted at MGIMO, which combines both the best traditions accumulated by the Soviet and Russian schools and new approaches developed by leading European experts.

Alongside with the core subjects, students study intensively English and French | German taught in Geneva by native speaking instructors.

The training system allows students to take international certification exams without additional preparation.

Our classrooms are kept small — with 6-8 students – to ensure an individual approach to each student and provide the best conditions for high-quality language training.

English
Up to C1 / C2 Level
8 hours per week
IELTS Preparation

Throughout their studies in Geneva, students study English intensively using methods developed by experts in language training, leading professors of MGIMO and Swiss School, reaching the final C1 / C2 level. Students with initially high language level have the opportunity to study with native speakers in C1 / C2 groups.

Business ENGLISH
Upon Reaching the B2 Level
240 hours
Access to the Online Platform
Including Business Correspondence Course

During the course, much attention is given to translation of economic texts, commercial correspondence, and the basics of business communication. Teaching is focused on taking advantage of the modern method of integrated learning, in which the language curricula are closely coordinated with and complement the curricula of the core courses.

Français
Up to the B2 / C1 Level
6 hours per week
Preparation for DELF / DALF / FIDE
Language of Choice (Optional)

French language skills are essential for anyone who intends to get involved in international economic relations, because French is an official language of the United Nations, the EU, and most international organizations.

Professional and Personal Development
Preparation of CVs, Letters, etc.
32 hours
Access to the Online Platform

The main purpose of this course is to teach you how to write the basic documents needed to find an internship or job (resume, cover letter), how to go through the various stages of the interview, the process of analyzing a potential employer.

Deutsch
Up to the B2 / C1 Level
6 hours per week
Preparing for DAF
Language of Choice (Optional)

The German Chair has extensive experience and tradition in training international specialists with a professional command of German. Students study using modern textbooks that preserve the achievements of the Soviet school but reflect new trends.

Accommodation in Switzerland

Variety of options available in the center of Geneva, as well as in the area of ​​​​international organizations: on campuses or in studios and apartments.

The Henri Dunant campus is located in the center of Geneva, a 7-minute walk from the Premises. The building houses a laundry, as well as a grocery store.

CityPop Apartments are 2 minutes from the Premises.

Tuition Fees

The education process is carried out on a contractual basis.

 

Two separate contracts for the provision of paid educational services are concluded: one with MGIMO University and the other with Swiss School for International Relations with tuition fees in accordance with each contract.

Visa Support and Residence Permit

To stay in Switzerland for studies lasting more than 90 days, a student non-resident of the EU is required to obtain an entry national study visa.

The presence of an entry study visa entitles the student to obtain a residence permit in Switzerland once in Geneva.

Swiss School staff will assist you with paperwork regarding your visa request and book for you an appointment at the Swiss Embassy.

Internships

Practice is an obligatory element of the educational process, an opportunity to apply and consolidate the acquired knowledge in professional activity. Students of the program have a unique opportunity to do internships not only in Russia, but also in Switzerland and Europe.

Foreign internships are implemented through the Ministry of Industry and Trade (Trade Mission), as well as international organizations. MGIMO Student Affairs Department assists in organizing internships and pre-graduation internships. MGIMO Career Center supports students in employment matters, and the Alumni Association makes it possible to establish business relations after graduation.

Graduates are always in demand in the labor market. Depending on their preferences, graduates can realize their potential in international organizations, multinational corporations and banks, government agencies and corporate sector, major Russian and international companies and foundations.

Graduates have the opportunity to continue their education in Master programs at leading Russian and European universities and broad prospects of further employment in Russia, Switzerland and Europe.

Admission

The education process is carried out on a contractual basis.

The enrollment to the program «International Finance & Investment Management» is decided, as a separate selective process, on the basis of the results of the Unified State Examination (USE), without any additional entrance examinations:

  • English (60 points),
  • Mathematics (50 points),
  • Russian  (70 points).

No additional entrance examinations.

 

It is possible to enter by results of International Baccalaureate, IB examinations.

In the absence of the USE or IB, the MGIMO entrance exams in English, Mathematics and Russian are held.

More information about the Admission Rules you can find here.

Price

Contact

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