As the world is getting increasingly complex, competitive, and convoluted, it is imperative to pay close attention to the interdependent and multi-dimensional relationship between geopolitics and economics. The examples of the practice of geo-economics deployment of economic instruments for geopolitical purposes and vice-versa are plenty; be it the US-China trade and technology competition, the renewed push to bring semiconductor manufacturing to India or the efforts of de-coupling and de-risking global supply chains. In this context, Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics seeks to introduce a new MSc Econimics program with a specialization in Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics from the academic year 2024-26, is a two-year full-time post-graduate program. This program offers theoretical underpinnings, practical knowledge and policy insights in Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics. Competences and skills acquired are directly transferable to a range of employment opportunities, including in the public, NGO and private sectors. The program combines a strong core curriculum with flexibility in the choice of research topics selected by students. Through modules and independent research, students develop their own interests under the supervision of a member of staff with relevant expertise.
The specific objectives are:
- To develop writing skills in the form of academic articles and
- To establish contacts with political and economic actors and policymakers
- To gain critical reading skills in the area of Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics
- To learn research techniques and
- To obtain knowledge of current affairs and historical events as related to international context
After completing the course, students will be able to:
- Analyse the dynamic relationship between geopolitics and economics
- Critically assess how geopolitics is influencing economic policies of countries around the world and vice versa
- Examine the key policy tools deployed in practice of Geo-Economics
- Comprehend major issues and important countries at play in Geo-Economics
- Locate and explore the emerging Geo-Economics from India’s persepctive
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