"The ITFD program is unique because of the emphasis, not just on theory, but on how it can be used to explain current events, and to create practical policy applications in the real world."
Edward Corcoran '09
Economist HM Treasury
Courses 2012-13
The International Trade, Finance and Development program is taught in three modules, proceeding from the more fundamental to the more applied. In addition, we offer a review course in mathematics and statistics in September (Syllabus). This course is not mandatory but it is highly recommended for all students.
Fall Term: Core Knowledge
In this term students take four twenty-hour courses and one forty-hour course that provide necessary background knowledge about international trade, finance, and development.
In this term students take six twenty-hour courses that provide deeper and more specialized knowledge about international trade, finance, and development. They also start an independent study project under the supervision of a faculty member.
In this term students take three advanced courses chosen from a list of electives, as well as a sequence of policy lessons. All students complete the independent study project and present their work to classmates and faculty members.
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