study abroad at charles university in prague - IEF - cerge-ei
IEF International Economics and Finance Program STUDY ABROAD AT CHARLES UNIVERSITY IN PRAGUE www.ief.cerge-ei.cz IEF International Economics and Finance Program The International Economics and Finance Program (IEF) enables undergraduate students with structured majors such as economics and business to benefit from study abroad while remaining on track for graduation. Located in the heart of Prague at CERGE-EI (Center for Economic Research and Graduate Education – Economics Institute) and the Institute of Economic Studies (IES) of Charles University in Prague, IEF seeks to combine rigorous classes with an unparalleled international experience in one of Europe’s most exciting cities. IEF is run in conjunction with UPCES, a leading, long-established undergraduate study abroad program in Prague under CERGE-EI and Charles University. MISSION | IEF aims to provide students with tools and experiences in economics and finance. It enhances their understanding of today’s global commerce and economic interactions. STUDENTS | IEF is designed for academically serious and independent students who major or minor in economics, finance, or business and wish to gain new knowledge and skills from an international perspective. CURRICULUM | IEF students take challenging courses in economics, finance, or business that enhance their academic development and career prospects. IEF students can also choose from a wide selection of UPCES liberal arts courses. BUSINESS FOCUS | Business site visits, internships and immersion activities offer opportunities to discover new places, people and perspectives, and to explore Prague firsthand. Curriculum IEF offers students the opportunity to take five courses for up to 16 U.S. credits. All courses are taught in English. SUBJECTS | IEF students directly enroll in two or three courses at the Institute of Economic Studies (IES) of Charles University, exploring topics in modern economics and finance incorporated with issues related to policy, management, accounting, and strategy. Course titles include International Finance, Strategic Management, Public Policy, Economics of Global Business or Data Analysis. Students also choose one or two UPCES liberal arts courses with subjects ranging from architecture, art history, and literature to communication, political science, and sociology. IEF and UPCES students enroll together in a beginner Czech language course. This course spans the entire semester and includes an intensive session during Orientation. FACULTY | IES and UPCES professors have distinguished academic backgrounds and impressive teaching credentials. They are leaders in their fields and industry specialists. 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