Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE) International and Development Economics (MA)
HTW Berlin University of Applied Sciences
Program Overview
HTW Berlin, the largest university of applied sciences in Berlin, offers an 18-month full-time Master's degree programme in "International and Development Economics" (MIDE), taught entirely in English. Designed for students from developing and transition countries as well as from Europe and other developed countries with a special interest in the economic challenges facing "third world" countries, the programme prepares students to work in areas related to global economic affairs and development. The Master's programme in International and Development Economics has been established for students who have a first degree in economics/business administration or in other social sciences with a focus on economics. It is designed to enhance understanding of development economics, the international economic context in which socio-economic development takes place, and of key sectors and policy areas that are relevant for developing countries, with a particular focus on financial institutions, environmental issues and public enterprises. In order to understand the challenges of formulating current development policies, the programme covers both the principal theoretical debates as well as specific contemporary examples of strategies, policies, and projects.
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Summer (April)
Duration
3 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€45,000 – €75,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
One of the following: TOEFL paper-based: at least 580 points TOEFL computer-based: at least 237 points TOEFL Internet-based: at least 96 points IELTS grade (ACADEMIC) 7.0 CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English), all levels CAE (Certificate in Advanced English), all levels BEC Higher (Business English Certificate) TOEIC 800 points or higher If English was the official language of instruction for the first degree, please supply official proof. TOEFL or IELTS are not required in this case.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Bachelor's degree* Proficiency in English *The first degree must be equivalent to a three-year German Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS). Applicants with three years of study (180 ECTS) or the equivalent either must study an additional 30 ECTS at the university or prove that they have completed at least six months professional employment or training since graduating. Applicants with an equivalent of three and a half or more years (210 ECTS) of study do not need to prove professional experience or take additional modules. Applicants for a DAAD scholarship must come from a developing country and have at least two years of professional experience since graduation, but should not have graduated more than six years ago.
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
IELTS 7.0 overall
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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