The educational program “Political Science” can rightfully be called a classic one, since it has been implemented at the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation for a long time and does not lose its relevance and popularity among FinU graduates. In this connection, it was decided to launch a new online format of this program in 2022.
A unique feature of this educational program is the combination of fundamental and applied knowledge. The list of disciplines includes both classical theoretical sciences, which allow students to form a layer of humanitarian knowledge, and practice-oriented subjects, which make it possible to gain skills in the political and media sphere.
The strategic partner of this program is one of the main Russian think tanks in the field of energy policy – the National Energy Security Fund (NESF). The program “Political Science” is supervised by the leading analyst of the NESF I.V. Yushkov.
The faculty have substantial experience both in research activities and in practical work in the field of political and business consulting. Many teachers are public experts with extensive experience in publishing in the central Russian and foreign media.
Students of the educational program “Political Science” get access to numerous resources of the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation: SPARK databases, Public.Ru , The National Electronic Library, Cambridge University Press and many others (including online).
Our students are given a unique opportunity to receive high-quality education from leading Russian political scientists online. The training program is conducted completely remotely (you do not need to come to the building to attend classes). The training program is conducted completely online (you do not need to come to the campus to attend classes). You will be able to study online from anywhere in the world. You will need to come to the University only at the end of your studies to pass the State Final Examination. All lectures will be recorded and be available for students to review after the class. Seminars and tutorials will be held in real time on the Teams platform on Saturdays from 10.00 to 18.00.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to create analytical notes for heads of business structures and authorities; compile comprehensive analytical reports describing processes in individual industries and the regulatory system; write analytical author’s articles for leading media; conduct full-fledged research and write scientific articles based on them for leading world journals; prepare presentations based the results of their research for Russian and international conferences and forums; form a strategy for implementing political campaigns. Our graduates receive work in leading Russian consulting structures, such as the National Energy Security Fund, Minchenko Consulting, Analytical Center under the Government of the Russian Federation, Center for Political Information, etc.
In addition, our graduates can also be employed by the following public authorities: the Administration of the President of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation, the Apparatus of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, etc. Our graduates can work as a political analyst, a media analyst, a teacher of socio-political sciences, a researcher, etc.
The educational program is taught by a unique cohort of faculty who are committed to combining fundamental and practical political science knowledge and skills.
Students of the educational program have internships in leading Russian consulting companies of political and business profile.
Graduates have employment opportunities in research centers, government agencies, consulting structures and other organizations in the field of study.
Public experts are actively involved in the educational program, that is why students have the opportunity to study the media component of the job of a modern political analyst.
The educational program includes subjects in the field of energy policy, which is a unique competitive advantage. A scientific school in energy policy has been launched under the guidance of Prof. Simonov in the direction of energy policy.
Our students can take part in expert events, round tables and conferences held together with leading Russian political scientists. This makes it possible to create the necessary student involvement in the life of the real Russian expert community.
