M.Sc. Economics (Geo-Politics & Geo-Economics)

The M.Sc. Economics (Geo-Politics & Geo-Economics) programme explores the intersection of economics, international relations, and global strategy. Designed for today's rapidly changing world, it equips students with analytical, research, and policy skills to understand geopolitical developments, international trade, global conflicts, and economic diplomacy.

Duration: 2 YearsDegree: M.Sc.Mode: Full-time
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Understanding Global Economics Through Geopolitical Perspectives

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Economic policies today are increasingly shaped by geopolitical developments, strategic alliances, technological competition, and changing global trade patterns. The M.Sc. Economics (Geo-Politics & Geo-Economics) programme provides an interdisciplinary understanding of how politics and economics interact to influence the global order.

Global Political Economy

Study the relationship between international politics, trade, finance, and economic development.

Geopolitical Strategy

Understand strategic competition, diplomacy, foreign policy, sanctions, and global power dynamics.

International Trade & Economic Policy

Examine trade agreements, supply chains, economic fragmentation, and global financial systems.

Research & Policy Analysis

Develop analytical frameworks through case studies, independent research, and policy evaluation.

India's Strategic Position

Explore India's foreign policy, regional influence, and role in an evolving multipolar world.

Expert-Led Learning

Learn from economists, diplomats, policy practitioners, professors of practice, and experts from international institutions.

M.Sc. Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics student on the GIPE campus

What You Will Learn

Upon completion of the programme, students will be able to

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand Theories of International Relations relevant to geopolitics and geoeconomics.
  • Analyze global economic and political interactions
  • Understand the impact of geopolitical events on markets
  • Develop strategic and policy-oriented thinking
  • Interpret international economic trends and conflict.
  • Introduction to strategic thinking

Curriculum Snapshot

Building Expertise Across Global Politics, International Economics & Strategic Policy

Curriculum Areas
Micro Economics
Macro Economics
Statistics and Operation Research
Basic Econometrics
Business Analytics

Core Course

Micro Economics
Macro Economics
Statistics and Operation Research
Basic Econometrics
Business Analytics

Discipline Specific Core

Geopolitical Order and Disorder in multipolar world
India’s Foreign Policy
Global Political Economy

Discipline Specific Elective

Introduction to Geopolitics and Geoeconomics
Students will choose from the electives basket as offered by the institute

Research Methodology

Research Methodology

Summer Internship

Summer Internship

Frequently Asked Questions

Placement and Student Progression

Economics graduates placed in policy, consulting, finance & research, data analytics

Amarendra Ginjala

Amarendra Ginjala

Company
EXL
Designation
Senior Business Analyst

Package

11.10 LPA

Bhawna Kumari

Bhawna Kumari

Company
Deloitte
Designation
Consultant - AI & Modelling (Model Risk Management)

Package

11.4 LPA

Jatin Kulkarni

Jatin Kulkarni

Company
JPMC
Designation
CCB (Consumer & Community Banking) Strategy Analyst

Package

23.5 LPA

Shaily Sengar

Shaily Sengar

Company
IDFC - First Bank
Designation
Associate Data Analyst

Package

18.4 LPA

Anwesha Bhajan

Anwesha Bhajan

Company
Crisil
Designation
Credit Analyst

Package

10.78 LPA

Tanya Sharma

Tanya Sharma

Company
PwC
Designation
Financial Services - Risk & Reg Analyst

Package

13 LPA

Amarendra Ginjala

Amarendra Ginjala

Company
EXL
Designation
Senior Business Analyst

Package

11.10 LPA

Bhawna Kumari

Bhawna Kumari

Company
Deloitte
Designation
Consultant - AI & Modelling (Model Risk Management)

Package

11.4 LPA

Jatin Kulkarni

Jatin Kulkarni

Company
JPMC
Designation
CCB (Consumer & Community Banking) Strategy Analyst

Package

23.5 LPA

Shaily Sengar

Shaily Sengar

Company
IDFC - First Bank
Designation
Associate Data Analyst

Package

18.4 LPA

Anwesha Bhajan

Anwesha Bhajan

Company
Crisil
Designation
Credit Analyst

Package

10.78 LPA

Tanya Sharma

Tanya Sharma

Company
PwC
Designation
Financial Services - Risk & Reg Analyst

Package

13 LPA

Amarendra Ginjala

Amarendra Ginjala

Company
EXL
Designation
Senior Business Analyst

Package

11.10 LPA

Bhawna Kumari

Bhawna Kumari

Company
Deloitte
Designation
Consultant - AI & Modelling (Model Risk Management)

Package

11.4 LPA

Jatin Kulkarni

Jatin Kulkarni

Company
JPMC
Designation
CCB (Consumer & Community Banking) Strategy Analyst

Package

23.5 LPA

Shaily Sengar

Shaily Sengar

Company
IDFC - First Bank
Designation
Associate Data Analyst

Package

18.4 LPA

Anwesha Bhajan

Anwesha Bhajan

Company
Crisil
Designation
Credit Analyst

Package

10.78 LPA

Tanya Sharma

Tanya Sharma

Company
PwC
Designation
Financial Services - Risk & Reg Analyst

Package

13 LPA

Learn from Leading Economists & Researchers

Teaching Faculty

Guided by experienced academicians, economists, and policy researchers who bring together academic depth and real-world expertise. Faculty members actively engage students through interactive lectures, mentorship, research guidance, and policy-oriented discussions that encourage critical thinking and analytical learning.

Dr. Rimli Basu

Faculty

Geopolitics and Geoeconomics

R.K. Pattnaik

Coordinator

Geopolitics and Geoeconomics

Life Through a Student’s Perspective

A glimpse into life at our campUS

Batch 2025

In today's rapidly evolving world, shaped significantly by geopolitical dynamics, this program has become increasingly relevant. Under the guidance of esteemed faculty members, Dr. Patnaik and Dr. Gurjar, I have gained valuable insights into the complexities of the global economy....

Aravindha Narayanan

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

Getting a masters in Economics with Geopolitics and Geopolitics as a specialization integrated two of the extremely important subject matters, Economics and Geopolitics. This course didn't only help me gain knowledge from around the globe but also helped me demonstrate....

Vidhi Sharma

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

As a student of the Geopolitics and Geoeconomics course at Gokhale Institute, I can confidently say it's been an incredible journey. The professors are exceptional, combining deep knowledge with real-world perspectives to make every lecture engaging. What makes this course.....

Preet Sharma

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

In today's rapidly evolving world, shaped significantly by geopolitical dynamics, this program has become increasingly relevant. Under the guidance of esteemed faculty members, Dr. Patnaik and Dr. Gurjar, I have gained valuable insights into the complexities of the global economy....

Aravindha Narayanan

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

Getting a masters in Economics with Geopolitics and Geopolitics as a specialization integrated two of the extremely important subject matters, Economics and Geopolitics. This course didn't only help me gain knowledge from around the globe but also helped me demonstrate....

Vidhi Sharma

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

As a student of the Geopolitics and Geoeconomics course at Gokhale Institute, I can confidently say it's been an incredible journey. The professors are exceptional, combining deep knowledge with real-world perspectives to make every lecture engaging. What makes this course.....

Preet Sharma

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

In today's rapidly evolving world, shaped significantly by geopolitical dynamics, this program has become increasingly relevant. Under the guidance of esteemed faculty members, Dr. Patnaik and Dr. Gurjar, I have gained valuable insights into the complexities of the global economy....

Aravindha Narayanan

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

Getting a masters in Economics with Geopolitics and Geopolitics as a specialization integrated two of the extremely important subject matters, Economics and Geopolitics. This course didn't only help me gain knowledge from around the globe but also helped me demonstrate....

Vidhi Sharma

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Batch 2025

As a student of the Geopolitics and Geoeconomics course at Gokhale Institute, I can confidently say it's been an incredible journey. The professors are exceptional, combining deep knowledge with real-world perspectives to make every lecture engaging. What makes this course.....

Preet Sharma

M.Sc. (Geo-Politics and Geo-Economics)

Life at Gokhale Institute

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