St Petersburg University programmes in Economics: global business trends

The flexible programmes and an interdisciplinary approach

Students will be able to choose an individual study plan depending on their scientific and practical interests. They study economics and finance disciplines: from business economics and accounting to macroeconomics and innovation management. Also, they learn to implement and optimise business processes, set budgets and develop investment mechanisms, conduct an analysis of economic efficiency, and work on research projects. Leading scientists and lecturers from St Petersburg University, invited experts from large companies and organisations participate in the academic process.

Professional practice

Students interact with potential employers, gain useful experience and get acquainted with real-world economics. Internships and practical training are offered in banks and enterprises, government bodies, well-known companies and their branches. In addition, students receive excellent training and practice in resolving particular issues of the business community and individuals at the Centre for Financial Literacy of St Petersburg University (Financial Clinic). Under the supervision of teachers, they provide advice to citizens on a wide range of issues related to: mortgage lending; deducting the taxes; and getting a pension to name just a few. Students learn to resolve current problems and tackle challenges, find approaches to solving complex problems, search for the much-needed information and acquire professional skills. Economics graduates become specialists with in-depth knowledge and skills due to: analysing data related to economics; preparing financial statements and records; managerial decision making; assessment of risks and consequences of financial transactions; and conducting research. Students receive key research and analytical skills, managerial competencies. They are also ready to be employed in companies or become entrepreneurs.

Bilingual educational environment

The programmes are taught in English and Russian, which provide the future graduates with great career opportunities, making them more competitive in Russia and abroad. International applicants have the following advantages for admission and further training at St Petersburg University: St Petersburg University recognises applicants’ national academic credentials confirming their previous studies. Documents can be submitted remotely (through the ‘Personal Account’) on the University website. Also, international applicants have the opportunity to apply for government-funded places. Moreover, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation allocate quotas. The University provides accommodation at its halls of residence and visa support (if it is necessary, the University submits an application for a visa invitation). Bachelor’s students in Economics have the opportunity to study Russian as a foreign language.

Relations with the international academic community

St Petersburg University concludes student exchange agreements with the largest universities in the world. Studying at St Petersburg University, foreign citizens get the opportunity to participate in international academic mobility and receive free education at the top-ranked foreign universities. Being one of the world’s leading universities, St Petersburg University enables students to study in various international programmes launched by foreign higher education institutions. The programmes are implemented in cooperation with partner universities, including: Seoul National University (South Korea); Stockholm University (Sweden); the State University of New York (USA); the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg (Germany); and the University of Deusto (Spain) to name just a few. St Petersburg University programmes are highly ranked by the world’s leading experts and ranking agencies in the field of education.

Financial support

Financial support is provided: scholarships and research grants; and payment for participation in leading international conferences and seminars. Future economists regularly present their creative solutions and research at all-Russian and international competitions and events. They therefore gain irreplaceable experience, grant support and receive employment opportunities.

The field of study: ‘Economics’. St Petersburg University programmes:

• Bachelor’s programme: ‘Economics’
• Master’s programme: ‘Human Resource Management’

The key information on accepting foreign citizens is available here.