Degree Type and Program Objectives
Graduates of this program should master a solid theoretical foundation and systematic specialized knowledge in applied economics, stay informed of the discipline's development status and trends, and conduct research of theoretical or applied value in areas such as fintech, financial engineering, risk management, financial mathematics, and financial economics. The program aims to prepare highly qualified professionals with a global perspective who meet the needs of China's economic and social development; who maintain a rigorous, pragmatic, pioneering, and innovative work ethic and high cultural literacy; who possess specialized professional skills and foreign language proficiency for professional communication; and who are qualified for finance-related positions in government agencies, research institutions, and industrial and commercial enterprises, adapting to the needs of the socialist market economy.
Program Duration, Study Period, and Credit Requirements
Full-time master's students: standard duration 3 years, maximum study period 2–4 years, minimum 35 credits required.
Academic Activities and Seminars
This is a required component for academic degree students, graded on a pass/fail basis and worth 1 credit upon passing. Academic activities include lectures, domestic and international conferences, and graduate forums. Master's students must participate in at least 10academic activities.
Other Required Components
All students must complete the MOOC on thesis writing guidance (non-credit).
