Renmin University of China
🌐 Program Overview
The Master of Economic Development at Renmin University of China aims to cultivate high-level professionals equipped with both solid theoretical foundations and practical competencies in economics. This program offers a unique focus on the economic development of both China and developing countries, enabling students to analyze current economic trends and anticipate future trajectories.
Graduates are prepared to pursue careers in international organizations, government departments, multinational enterprises, financial institutions, and academic or research institutions focused on development economics.
All courses are taught entirely in English, and each student receives individual academic supervision from an RUC faculty member, allowing them to develop a thesis in their area of interest.
💰 Tuition
- 60,000 RMB per academic year
📚 Curriculum & Credit Structure
To graduate, students must complete 34 credits, including a master’s thesis. The credit distribution is as follows:
- Basic Required Courses: 7 credits
- Core Required Courses: 21 credits
- Elective Courses: 4 credits
- Social Practice: 2 credits
🎓 Core Courses (Examples)
- Development Microeconomics / Macroeconomics
- Contemporary Chinese Economy & Politics
- Innovation Economics
- Behavioral & Experimental Economics
- Applied Micro/Macroeconomics
- Open Economics
- Econometrics
- Academic Standards & Thesis Writing
🌍 Voices from the Program
🇸🇱 Darlington Daniel Favour George
Birth and Death Registration Officer, Sierra Leone
“Attending RUC has been one of the most life-changing experiences in my academic and professional journey. The program deepened my understanding of development theory and practice, while the faculty’s global insights broadened my perspective. Beyond academics, cultural immersion and a supportive living environment made this a truly transformative experience.”
🇸🇧 Maeverlyn Mini Kutai
Customs Technical Officer, Ministry of Finance and Treasury, Solomon Islands
“RUC’s program has helped me explore the dynamic interplay between policy, governance, and economic development. Courses such as Open Economics and Development Macroeconomics sharpened my analytical abilities, while real-world field visits and guest lectures made the theory come alive. The multicultural setting enriched my learning experience. I’m committed to applying China’s development insights to the Pacific region.”
🇲🇲 Mai Zun Sabai Phyo Wai
Officer, Budget Department, Ministry of Planning and Finance, Myanmar
“As a government officer working in public finance since 2007, this program has provided me with essential tools in development and applied economics. RUC’s diverse student body and excellent faculty have expanded my global outlook and professional capacity. I highly recommend this program to anyone passionate about making a real difference in development economics.”
📞 Contact Information
For Program Inquiries
School of Economics
- Phone: +86-10-6251-2298
- Email: 2015101759@ruc.edu.cn
- Website: econ.ruc.edu.cn
- Address: No.59 Zhongguancun Street, Haidian District, Beijing, China
- Post Code: 100872
For Application Inquiries
International Students Office
- Phone: +86-10-6251-2698
- Email: admission@ruc.edu.cn
- Website: iso.ruc.edu.cn
- Address: Room 108, International Cultural Exchange Center, No. 59 Zhongguancun Street, Haidian District, Beijing, China
- Post Code: 100872
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