Master’s Program in Political Economy at UEB: Fostering strategic thinking in an era of transformation and uncertainty.

Full scholarships offered for the first time in 2025

In 2025, for the first time, VNU University of Economics and Business (UEB) awards 12 full scholarships to Master's students in Political Economy. This represents a valuable opportunity for prospective students to acquire a solid academic foundation, develop comprehensive analytical skills, and receive maximum financial support to pursue careers in public policy, strategic analysis, and socio-economic management.

Political Economy: Unpacking the Interactions Between Institutions, Markets, Enterprises, and Economic Dynamics

In the context of profound globalization, rapid digital transformation, and interconnected crises—including those in the economy, finance, geopolitics, and the environment—organizations and businesses are increasingly challenged to adapt to shifting policy landscapes and evolving market rules. Decisions on tariffs, fiscal measures, trade regulations, technology, and environmental issues directly influence business strategies, competitiveness, and investment potential.

Political Economy is a discipline that examines the distribution of resources, power, and interests in society. It seeks to understand how institutions and public policies shape economic environments and influence the behavior of key market actors, including governments, firms, and consumers.

The Master’s program in Political Economy at UEB not only provides students with a deep understanding of economic models but also equips them with interdisciplinary perspectives for analyzing economic and political factors. The program highlights the enterprise as a central actor in the functioning and advancement of the modern market economy.

Developing Strategic Vision, Critical Thinking, and Leadership Skills in a Volatile Environment

The program is designed to train future policymakers, strategic analysts, consultants, and business leaders with the ability to:

- Analyze the formulation and implementation of public policies, and assess how tax, fiscal, labor, environmental, and trade policies impact business strategy, investment, and operations.

- Understand the roles of institutions, governments, and interest groups in shaping markets and business environments, including mechanisms for rule-making, competition regulation, resource allocation, and innovation promotion.

- Build the capacity to forecast and evaluate risks, uncertainties, and opportunities stemming from policy shifts, global trade dynamics, and macroeconomic changes—thereby proposing strategic responses for businesses, regulatory agencies, or research organizations.

- Strengthen critical thinking and analytical abilities to develop effective economic and political solutions tailored to real-world contexts—enabling businesses to optimize resources, manage risks, and seize sustainable development opportunities in the digital and global economy.

- Formulate strategic responses to competitive pressures, regulatory changes, and shifting “rules of the game”, thereby enhancing organizational resilience and long-term competitive advantage.

- Integrate political reasoning with economic analysis to design adaptive development strategies that respond effectively to global shocks such as trade disruptions, geopolitical conflicts, climate change, and the rise of transformative technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the digital economy.

Career Prospects for Graduates

Graduates of the program will be well positioned for roles such as:

- Policy officers and analysts at government agencies, political and social organizations, and research institutes.

- Consultants in economic strategy and public policy at corporations, multinational enterprises, international organizations, and NGOs.

- Advisors in business environment analysis, international investment, and global trade, contributing to strategic planning that helps firms respond to macroeconomic volatility.

- Researchers, lecturers, and market analysts in the fields of Political Economy, Development, and Public Policy.

UEB: A Leading Institution in Postgraduate Education with Global Strengths

With over 50 years of academic tradition, the University of Economics and Business – VNU (UEB) is recognized as one of Vietnam’s premier institutions in economics and business, ranked among the Top 401–450 globally (QS 2025) and Top 501–600 (THE). The Faculty of Political Economy, established in 1974, has played a foundational role in advancing academic knowledge and cultivating high-quality human resources for the nation—helping shape the mindset and leadership capacities of generations of professionals in political economy.

The program benefits from a faculty composed of experienced academics and professionals in policy analysis, economics, and business strategy—ensuring strong real-world relevance and applicability across diverse career paths.

Full Scholarships: A Launchpad for Academic and Professional Success

- Number of scholarships: 12 full scholarships available for the 2025 intake.

- Value: Covers 100% of tuition fees for the full duration of the program (VND 58,800,000 for two years).

- Eligibility: Applicants admitted to the Master’s in Political Economy program through any of UEB’s admission pathways.

Admission Pathways

- Direct Admission: For applicants who have graduated within the past 12 months with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and achieved a "Good" classification or higher.

- Regular Admission:

+ Group 1: Applicants with a degree in a directly relevant field - no prerequisite coursework required.

+ Group 2: Applicants with a related degree - required to complete 2 prerequisite courses (6 credits).

+ Group 3: Applicants from unrelated disciplines with overlapping coursework - required to complete 5 prerequisite courses (15 credits).

Target Audience

The Master’s in Political Economy at UEB is open not only to recent graduates but also to professionals, including entrepreneurs, public officials, and those working in political and social organizations.

The program enables students to enhance their expertise in economics and politics while broadening their career prospects in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and both domestic and international enterprises.

Application Timeline

- Round 1: March 15, 2025 – April 29, 2025

- Round 2: June 16, 2025 – September 30, 2025

Join the UEB Political Economy academic community – where strategic thinking is nurtured, public policy is mastered, and future leaders are prepared to thrive in an era of digital transformation and global integration.

In addition to Political Economy, UEB will offer Master’s programs in 2025 in the following fields: Economic Management, Accounting, Public Policy and Development, Business Administration, Financial Technology, International Economics, Finance–Banking, and an international MBA in collaboration with University of St. Francis (USA).

For more information on UEB’s postgraduate programs, visit the official admissions portal at https://tuyensinhdaihoc.ueb.edu.vn or call the hotline: 0913 486 773.