Management of International Economic Relations
Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management
The study programme “Management of International Economic Relations” is is to educate and train senior specialists and heads of departments in the field of international economic relations management in accordance with the global labour market demands. The key emphasis of the study process is placed on the development of professional and practical skills based on scientific achievements, theoretical knowledge and specifics of the particular industry.
The study programme envisages specialization in two directions:
– administration of foreign economic relations in the institutions of the European Union;
– international economic relations management in enterprises.
Taking into consideration the specifics of the industry, some study courses are implemented in the English language in order to directly improve the use of professional terminology related to international business development and to promote successful cooperation with foreign institutions, organizations and companies. The academic staff of the university as well as industry representatives and highly trained practitioners with practical experience built up in companies and institutions of the relevant field are involved in the study process implementation.
Students’ practical skills are developed and improved not only by working on projects and solving various practical tasks, but also by undertaking a 6-month practical placement in institutions and companies operating in the relevant industry. Students are also offered and guaranteed participation in field trips to industry enterprises in Latvia and abroad.
Programme content
Mobilajam
The study programme “Management of International Economic Relations” is is to educate and train senior specialists and heads of departments in the field of international economic relations management in accordance with the global labour market demands. The key emphasis of the study process is placed on the development of professional and practical skills based on scientific achievements, theoretical knowledge and specifics of the particular industry.
The study programme envisages specialization in two directions:
– administration of foreign economic relations in the institutions of the European Union;
– international economic relations management in enterprises.
Taking into consideration the specifics of the industry, some study courses are implemented in the English language in order to directly improve the use of professional terminology related to international business development and to promote successful cooperation with foreign institutions, organizations and companies. The academic staff of the university as well as industry representatives and highly trained practitioners with practical experience built up in companies and institutions of the relevant field are involved in the study process implementation.
Students’ practical skills are developed and improved not only by working on projects and solving various practical tasks, but also by undertaking a 6-month practical placement in institutions and companies operating in the relevant industry. Students are also offered and guaranteed participation in field trips to industry enterprises in Latvia and abroad.
Admission requirements
Programme content
Career options
The graduates can build their careers in the sphere of international business, trade and international chains (corporate networks), as well as in various industrial, trade and service enterprises, by developing the international marketing strategy of export and trading divisions and departments, as well as by developing and searching for new market opportunities and cooperation partners all over the world. Graduates can also work at the European Union institutions, national and local government institutions and non-governmental organizations in Latvia and abroad.
The managers and specialists of external and international relations departments perform creative and innovative planning and implementation of foreign and international relations strategy and tactics in accordance with their job objectives; analyse and evaluate international economic relations issues, plans; coordinate and supervise the work of the department; coordinate their activities with the manager of the enterprise, government or non-governmental institution, as well as collaborate with other department managers.
Study options
Successful Graduates may also continue studies in Master study programmes.
