Programs
Political Economy
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy
- 5-year Program: AB Political Economy + Master of Arts in Political Economy with specialization in International Relations and Development (MAPE-IRD)
- 6-year Program: Senior High School + AB Political Economy + MAPE-IRD
- Master in Political Economy – Evening Program (For college graduates and professionals)
Today’s increasingly complex national and global environment calls for a more integrative mindset, and contemporary social, political, and economic challenges can no longer be approached from a single perspective.
Our political economy program equips students with the knowledge and analytical skills needed for understanding social realities, examining closely and in depth the multifaceted political and economic factors at the domestic and international levels. Students are trained to employ theories and methodologies from political science, philosophy, economics, history, sociology, and public management which enables them to acquire a holistic approach that facilitates making well-grounded governance decisions and exercising effective leadership.
Through the years, we have produced excellent graduates who are involved in politics and governance, diplomacy and foreign service, development work and advocacies, business and corporate world, media communications, research, and academe, both in the country and in the international community, making substantial contributions for the good of society.
Political Economy - Evening Program
Inspired by Oxford’s University’s Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) course, our Political Economy Program (PEP) equips students with the knowledge and analytical skills needed for understanding increasingly complex social realities using multiple perspectives from politics, economics, history, philosophy and sociology, and always aware of their local and global contexts.
MPE prepares graduates to pursue professional work in the fields of politics and governance, economics, diplomacy and foreign service, development work and advocacies, business, media communications, research, and academe.
Classes are conducted on weekday evenings (6-9 pm) and on Saturdays.
Like all UA&P students, students in the Masters in Political Economy Evening Program are provided with personal and professional mentoring.
The Curriculum
CORE (15 units)
- Theories of Political Economy
- Comparative Political Economy
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Seminar in Political Economy
CORE (15 units)
- Theories of International Relations
- International Economics
- International Political Economy
- Theories of Development & Underdevelopment
- Economic History
- Culture and Development
- Public Policy and Governance
- Migration and Development
- International Organizations
- Economic Catch-up Development – Korea Model
- Social Systems of Production
- Political Risk Analysis
- International Law
- Philippine Foreign Policy
- Issues in Philippine Development
- International Trade Law Issues
- Social & Political Constitution of the Economy
- Introduction to Economic Sociology
- Human Security
TOTAL: 36 units
Coursework. Students are encouraged to take as many subjects for their coursework every semester as their schedule permits and as are available, provided they do not exceed the maximum load of twelve (12) units per semester. Coursework can be taken in any order.
Comprehensive exam. Students must finish all coursework before they can be allowed to take the comprehensive examination.
Internship/Policy Paper. Working students will not be required to do internship, on condition that they have had at least two (2) years’ work experience. They must, however, submit a policy paper. Non-working students, and those who lack work experience, will be required to do internship.
Maximum Residency. Maximum residency is four (4) years, inclusive of leaves of absence. Extensions will only be allowed for meritorious reasons and upon application with the Dean.
Degree. Students who complete all their requirements will receive a degree of Masters in Political Economy.
Careers
Political Economy graduates can pursue leadership and governance careers in a wide range of fields, such as
- National or Local Governance
- Legislative Liaison Work
- Public Policy Analysis
- Government Relations for Business
- Public Finance
- Public Policy Research
- Political Consultancy for Think Tanks
- Financial/Economic Analysis
- Human Rights, Environmental or Other Social Advocacy
- Work in Non-Government or Nonprofit Organizations
- Civilian or Military Intelligence Work
- Journalism, Media and Communications
- Diplomacy and Foreign Service
- Staff/Research Work in International Organizations, e.g.
- ASEAN
- European Commission
- United Nations
- World Trade Organization
- Staff/Research Work in Multilateral Lending Institutions or Aid Agencies, e.g.
- World Bank
- International Monetary Fund
- Asian Development Bank
- USAID
- International Trade Consultancy
- University Research and Teaching
- Law
Application for Political Economy - Evening Program
Application Period. Last day for filing of applications for the 2nd Semester of School Year 2024-2025 is on November 29, 2024.
Prerequisites. Applicants must preferably have an undergraduate degree in political economy, political science or economics. Students with degrees from other disciplines may be admitted subject to an evaluation of their transcript. They may be required to take prerequisite undergraduate courses.
Qualifications. Applicants must have a general weighted average (GWA) of at least 2.0 in their undergraduate course. Applicants with GWA below 2.0 but not lower than 2.25 may only be admitted on probation.
Application Procedure. Submit two (2) copies of the duly accomplished Application Form to the School of Law and Governance (7th Floor APEC Communications Building) together with one (1) copy of the following attachments:
- Official transcript of records of undergraduate course (original)
- Curriculum vitae
- Photocopy of college diploma
- For non-UA&P graduates: Prospectus showing course descriptions of the undergraduate
course - For foreign applicants: (a) photocopy of passport, (b) photocopy of ACR, (c) current
TOEFL or IELTS score, if native language is not English - Proof of payment of application fee of Php1,500.00 (US$40 for foreign applicants)
Once your application has been reviewed and found to be complete, you will be notified of your interview schedule.
Enrollment
Documentary Requirements:
- Official Transcript of Records (original)
- Certificate of Transfer Eligibility or Honorable Dismissal (original and photocopy)
- Official Transcript of Records (OTOR) with annotations / remarks “For Evaluation Purposes”
- Two (2) copies of duly accomplished Mentoring Form (only upon first enrollment for the school year)
Additional documentary requirements for those applying for scholarship
• Graduate Scholarship Application Form and supporting documents (see Application Procedure in “Scholarships” below)
Enrollment Procedure:
STEP 1
- Proceed to SLG Office (look for our Program Officer – Ms. Myra Labayne)
- Present letter of acceptance and submit the documentary requirements.
- Proceed for program advising to determine subjects to be enlisted in.
- Secure Registration Certificate.
STEP 2
- Proceed to Cashier (2nd Floor College of Arts and Sciences Building)
- Present Registration Certificate and pay tuition and other fees.
Scholarships
Full and partial scholarships are available.
Qualifications
- general weighted average (GWA) of 2.0 in the undergraduate course
- financial need
- positive interview result
Application Procedure
- Fill out the Graduate Scholarship Application Form in two (2) copies.
- Submit the duly accomplished Graduate Scholarship Application Form together with
the required supporting documents.
The School of Law and Governance may require the presentation of additional documents. All requirements should be complete in order that the application may be processed.
