Programmes · International Finance & Banking

Political Economy and Global Development — Professional Diploma

Professional Diploma · Online distance learning

Overview

Build a systematic understanding of political economy and global development through foundational study, specialist topics and an applied final project at London College of Diplomacy.

Study Structure

Foundation study, specialist analysis and a final applied project.

Learning Outcomes

  • Analyse core concepts and international cases.
  • Evaluate sources and communicate evidence-based conclusions.
  • Complete a structured subject-specific project.

Programme Modules

Economic Foundations

Examine key concepts, compare international cases and develop a structured analysis of economic foundations.

International Political Economy

Examine key concepts, compare international cases and develop a structured analysis of international political economy.

International Trade

Examine key concepts, compare international cases and develop a structured analysis of international trade.

Global Financial Systems

Examine key concepts, compare international cases and develop a structured analysis of global financial systems.

Development Policy

Examine key concepts, compare international cases and develop a structured analysis of development policy.

Global Economic Governance

Examine key concepts, compare international cases and develop a structured analysis of global economic governance.

Final Applied Project

Apply learning from the programme to a contemporary international issue through a written report.

Who It’s For

School leavers and adult learners seeking systematic specialist study.

Entry Requirements

Completion of secondary education or equivalent learning and experience, assessed through the application.

Assessment

Module assignments, case analysis, thematic reports and a final applied project.

Intakes & Deadlines

Spring 2027 Intake

Application deadline: 15 Dec 2026, 23:59 GMT
Programme start: 01 February 2027