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• Frequently Asked Questions

Below you will find a list of answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. However, if after reading, you are unable to find an answer to your question, please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] .

Is the MAE a new program? What other programs does the Department of Economics offer? How many students are enrolled in the MAE program?

THE PROGRAM

How long is the program? Can I complete the program part-time? What courses are required? Is there a comprehensive examination? What is the final project? What kinds of jobs can I get after graduation for the MAE program? What is the difference between the MAE program and a PhD program? Can I take courses outside of the MAE program (Undergrad or PHD)? Can I work while I am in the program?

How do I take the GRE or TOEFL? Do I have to take the TOEFL? Do you make exceptions for the TOEFL requirement? Can I submit my application before I take the GRE or TOEFL? Can I submit a writing sample? What is the minimum GPA required for admission? Is there a minimum GRE score required? Can I apply if I am still enrolled in an undergraduate program? What is the official deadline to turn in all application materials? What transcripts are required? Do I need to mail my official transcripts during the application process? Can I update my transcripts? How should I submit my letters of recommendation? Can I submit my application even if my letter writers have not yet completed the recommendation forms? Can I submit extra letters of recommendation? Can I update my application after the deadline? How do I apply for financial aid? What preparation courses are needed if I am not an economics major? Is work experience necessary for admission? Is admission to the MAE program on a rolling basis? May I apply to more than one graduate program at UCLA? Do I need to fill out a statement of purpose? Do I need to fill out the personal history statement?

Where can I learn about the faculty? What distinguished lecturers will be visiting the department?

IS THE MAE A NEW PROGRAM?

The MAE welcomed its inaugural class in 2016-2017!

WHAT PROGRAMS DOES THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS OFFER?

The UCLA Department of Economics offers undergraduate majors in Economics and Business Economics, a PhD program, and the Master of Applied Economics program. PhD students earn a Master of Arts along the way, but students cannot be directly admitted into that Master of Arts program.

HOW MANY STUDENTS ARE ENROLLED IN THE MAE PROGRAM?

The 2018-2019 MAE class is comprised of 68 students.

HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAM?

The program is 9 months, or 3 quarters (Fall, Winter and Spring). Students are only admitted in the Fall quarter.

CAN I COMPLETE THE PROGRAM PART-TIME?

No, the program is an intensive 9-month program and is only designed for full-time students.

WHAT COURSES ARE REQUIRED?

You can see a list of all required and elective courses here .

IS THERE A COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION?

In the spring quarter students choose four elective courses based on their interests. Students will choose one of those courses to focus on for an applied project. Satisfactory completion of this applied project serves as the comprehensive examination.

WHAT IS THE FINAL PROJECT?

The final project will be designed by the student in concert with his/her faculty advisor and will center on the student’s interest in a particular field of economics. Because the program is in Applied Economics, it would not necessarily be a traditional research paper, but something that would enhance the student’s portfolio when they enter, or re-enter the job market. For instance, students who come to the program with work experience may choose to do a project that is directly related to a real-world problem they have recently, or are currently exploring.

WHAT KINDS OF JOBS CAN I GET AFTER GRADUATION FOR THE MAE PROGRAM?

The MAE program is designed specifically for the students who want to enter or re-enter the workforce. Graduates will be qualified for positions which require economical analysis or a quantitative background. Some employment opportunities include, but are not limited to, Central Banks, International Organizations, Government Ministries, consulting firms, think tanks, hospitals and banks.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE MAE PROGRAM AND A PhD PROGRAM?

The MAE program is focused on providing students with an applied economics background, which will develop skills that employers seek. Most PhD programs are focused on providing students with research backgrounds.

CAN I TAKE COURSES OUTSIDE THE MAE PROGRAM (UNDERGRAD OR PHD)?

No, MAE students are limited to taking courses offered by the MAE program.

CAN I WORK WHILE I AM IN THE PROGRAM?

UCLA’s Master of Applied Economics program is a full-time program. Part-time student status is not permitted.

HOW DO I TAKE THE GRE OR TOEFL?

Tests are administered by the Educational Testing Services (ETS). View their website for more information.

DO I HAVE TO TAKE THE TOEFL?

Any applicant whose first language is not English must certify proficiency in English when applying to UCLA, and, if admitted, upon arrival. Such applicants must submit scores received on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) as part of their application. The TOEFL is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) . IELTS is administered by local IELTS test centers throughout the world. Applicants should consult IELTS for the nearest test center.

DO YOU MAKE EXCEPTIONS FOR THE TOEFL?

There are no exceptions to the University’s policy about the English requirement. To be waived from the TOEFL requirement, applicants must hold a bachelor’s or higher degree from a university located in the United States or in another country in which English is both the primary spoken language of daily life and the language of instruction and the medium of instruction (Australia, Barbados, Canada, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, United Kingdom), or who have completed at least two years of full-time study at such an institution.

CAN I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION BEFORE I TAKE THE GRE OR TOEFL?

Yes, as long as the application is submitted by the deadline, and tests are taken by February 1. Please contact us if the personal information shown on the test report (i.e., name, date of birth, gender) differs from the information entered on UCLA’s Application for Graduate Admission as this may impede in the electronic receipt of your test scores.

CAN I SUBMIT A WRITING SAMPLE?

No. Please do not submit a writing sample–it is not required and it will not be reviewed by the Admissions Committee.

WHAT IS THE MINIMUM GPA REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION?

By UCLA Graduate Council action, a minimum grade point average of “B” (3.0 on a 4.0 scale), or its equivalent, in upper division undergraduate study and in graduate level study (if any), is required for graduate admission.

IS THERE A MINIMUM GRE SCORE REQUIRED?

There is no minimum score requirement for the GRE.

CAN I APPLY IF I AM STILL ENROLLED IN AN UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM?

Applicants who have completed three years of undergraduate course work, or the equivalent, are considered when they specify they have the remaining year of course work in progress, and describe the proposed course work for that year. Please submit your transcripts by the deadline even if your fall term grades are not yet available.

WHAT IS THE OFFICIAL DEADLINE TO TURN IN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS?

The deadline to turn in all application materials for 2019-2020 is March 15th, 2019.

WHAT TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED?

If you have transferred institutions, the original transcripts from both schools must be submitted. For example, if you attended a community college then transferred to a four-year university, both transcripts must be submitted.

DO I NEED TO MAIL MY OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS?

No, official transcripts are not needed during the initial stages of application. Please upload an unofficial copy of your transcripts to the online application. You will be contacted if official documents are needed.

CAN I UPDATE MY TRANSCRIPTS?

Unfortunately, we cannot accept updated transcripts postmarked after the deadline. We will contact you should the review committee request additional information.

HOW SHOULD I SUBMIT MY LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION?

The letters should be uploaded by the letter writer to the online application. If the letter writer is unable to or uncomfortable with uploading the letter for some reason, there are two alternative options for submitting the letters (detailed below). For either of these options to be accepted, you must first email the MAE Graduate Office for permission.

1) The writer may send in the letter by mail. Make sure the letter is printed on letterhead and both documents are sent in a sealed envelope.

2) The writer may e-mail the letter in PDF format directly to the MAE Graduate Office. The letter must be printed on letterhead.

CAN I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION EVEN IF MY LETTER WRITERS HAVE NOT YET COMPLETED THE RECOMMENDATION FORMS?

Yes, application materials will be consolidated as they arrive.

CAN I SUBMIT EXTRA LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION?

Two letters of recommendation letters are required, and a third letter is optional. We cannot guarantee fourth or additional letters will be read, in which case the first three received will be given priority.

CAN I UPDATE MY APPLICATION AFTER THE DEADLINE?

Unfortunately, we will not be able to update your application materials.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID?

Questions regarding financial aid and funding should be referred to the Financial Aid Office .

WHAT PREPARATION COURSES ARE NEEDED IF I AM NOT AN ECONOMICS MAJOR?

If your undergraduate degree is not in economics, you will need to have Calculus I and II for engineering and math majors, Intermediate Microeconomics, and Intermediate Macroeconomics. In addition, if you have not taken Econometrics, a strong statistics background is recommended.

IS WORK EXPERIENCE NECESSARY FOR ADMISSION?

No work experience is required for admission to the MAE program. However, all elements of each applicant will be evaluated.

IS ADMISSION TO THE MAE PROGRAM ON A ROLLING BASIS?

Admission to the MAE program is on a rolling basis. The earlier you apply, the earlier you will receive an admissions decision. All applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.

MAY I APPLY TO MORE THAN ONE GRADUATE PROGRAM AT UCLA?

No. University regulations permit an applicant to apply to one major only, with the exception of concurrent or articulated degrees. Please decide which of our programs is most appropriate for you prior to submitting the Application for Graduate Admission.

DO I NEED TO FILL OUT A STATEMENT OF PURPOSE?

Yes. Applicants are required to submit a statement of purpose. This statement provides an opportunity for applicants to demonstrate to the Admissions Committee how their previous academic training, research or interest areas, work experience, and any other relevant evidence based on qualifications have prepared them to contribute to the UCLA MAE program and to the field. Please include your future career goals and how obtaining a MAE might help you reach your professional potential.

DO I NEED TO FILL OUT THE PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT?

Yes. Applicants are required to submit a personal history statement. This statement can be used to add any pertinent personal information that you would like the Admissions Committee to consider.

WHERE CAN I LEARN ABOUT THE FACULTY?

You can read more about the Department of Economics faculty here .

WHAT DISTINGUISHED LECTURERS WILL BE VISITING THE DEPARTMENT?

The MAE program will feature a number of distinguished lecturers. They will discuss economic policy and topics of current relevance, and will come to us from central banks, government ministries, international organizations, etc. Guests will be announced in the early part of each year.

Interesting links

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Think like an economist by analyzing economic data and policies

Expand your knowledge of economic issues around the world

The UCLA Economics Precollege Summer Institute is a three-week-long program designed to help you expand your knowledge of critical economic issues affecting the United States and the world.

Students in this program will learn about economic policy issues and principles of financial analysis. Students will complete the program with the necessary foundation to apply these methodologies and better understand the problems of economic institutions and policy.

UCLA’s Economics Department has two interlocking objectives: First, we conduct cutting-edge research by developing new methodologies and applying them to understand society’s most critical issues. Second, we seek to train the next generation of economic leaders in the private sector, government, and academia. You will have the chance to work with current undergraduate students and faculty as part of our Economics Precollege Summer Institute and build data analysis skills and the ability to think like an economist.

Economics Summer Institute

Curriculum overview.

Working in small teams led by UCLA Economics undergraduates, students have the chance to apply their knowledge and skills while preparing case study presentations relevant to their coursework.

During the program, participants will engage in:

• Lectures on economics by UCLA faculty followed by workshops and discussion sessions led by UCLA Economics Peer Learning Facilitators.
• Team-based projects involving various economics topics and issues.
• Weekly PowerPoint presentations to demonstrate topic comprehension.

Planned topics will include:

• Analyzing empirical data
• Case studies
• Justifying various positions based on data
• Price ceilings and floors
• Discussing the pros and cons of rent control
• Costs of taxation
• International trade
• The Power of Trade

Application Requirements

Application deadline: June 1, 2024 | Enrollment deadline: June 21, 2024 (VIRTUAL), July 12, 2024 (Commuter)

Applications are reviewed and admission to the program is granted on a rolling basis starting February 15th. Applying at your earliest convenience, prior to June 1st, is highly recommended.

The program has application requirements for admission. Eligible applicants who successfully submit all requirements will be reviewed and notified via email of an admission decision within 3 weeks.

Applicants are required to provide the following during the online registration process:

• If your school transcript utilizes a different grading system, please submit your transcript as is. If available, please attach a translation/equivalency guide.
• If your school has a translation/equivalency guide, please also include it with your transcript. If you do not have a translation/equivalency guide, please still submit your most up-to-date transcript as is for staff to review.
• Value statement : At the time of registration, ALL applicants will be prompted to submit a few short sentences reflecting on their pursuit of participation in a UCLA Precollege Summer Institute. Please note that students are strongly discouraged from relying on ChatGpt/AI tools for their application responses and are encouraged to submit original and authentic answers.
• In 250 words or less , tell us what distinguishes you from your classmates and peers. What do you expect to gain from participating in the Economics Summer Institute, and what do you hope to accomplish during the program?
• TOEFL – Minimum score of 80 (iBT) or 550 (PBT); IELTS – 6.5 or higher;
• iTEP – 5 or higher;
• DUOLINGO (DET): 105
• CEFR/CAE/CPE – Level C1- Grades A, B, and C;
• International Baccalaureate (IB) or students attending a high school taught in English: students may submit a transcript or verification of enrollment from their school; OR
• Proof of completion in English as a language course

Virtual Program / Commuter-Only

The Economics Summer Institute ( Virtual ) – Session A will be conducted virtually (online). All meeting times will take place in Pacific Daylight Time (PDT), unless otherwise noted on program schedule and syllabus. Participants must log-in to virtual sessions at the times indicated on the program schedule.

Students in the virtual program will not be offered housing.

The Economics Summer Institute –  Session B  is a  commuter program , there is  NO on-campus housing  available for the Economics Summer Institute through the institute program or UCLA Summer Sessions. Additionally, please note that  only  students aged 17 and older as of June 24th, 2024 are eligible to sign a housing contract, and not all program dates correspond to when contracts are available. Students interested in exploring this option should review information at  UCLA Summer Housing .

Participants of the Economics Summer Institute must commute to the UCLA campus each day of the program. Specific location information (e.g. classroom) will be provided to enrolled students closer to the start of the program.

Parking Summer Sessions parking permits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students have the option to purchase a summer term permit or a daily permit.

Please review the  Transportation and Parking Services web page  and read the “Summer Quarter Parking (All Students)” section for more information on all permit types, including cost.

Coursework & Grading

Coursework Economics 1; 4 units

Grading Students will receive a letter grade upon completion. However, if you would like to change your grade type to Pass/No Pass (P/NP), please contact your instructor. To receive a “Pass” notation, students must earn a letter grade of C or better. See University Credit, Grades and Transcripts  for more information about academic credit.  

In order to successfully complete the program, students must not have more than 2 excused or unexcused absences.

Scholarships

UCLA Summer Sessions Summer Scholars Support

Qualified students attending grades 9th – 11th in Spring 2024 in the state of California may be eligible for  Summer Scholars Support , a need- and merit-based scholarship offered by the UCLA Summer Sessions Office. Students must be 15 years old by the first day of Summer Sessions 2024 on June 24th in order to participate in a Precollege Summer Institute and/or apply for Summer Scholars Support. A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available to support enrollment in SCIP/eSCIP, one Summer Course, or a Precollege Summer Institute.

Summer 2024 deadline to apply: March 15.

Session A: Virtual June 24, 2024 – July 12, 2024

Session B: Commuter July 15, 2024 – August 2, 2024

Program Eligibility: 9th-12th grade in Spring 2024*

Application deadline: June 1, 2024

Enrollment deadline: Session A – June 21, 2024 Session B – July 12, 2024

*All participants must be at least 15 years of age by the first day of Summer Sessions 2024 on June 24th, no exceptions allowed.

The schedule and syllabus are subject to change. Enrolled students will be given updated materials closer to the program start date.

Fees and Payment Info

The program fee includes the unit fees for the UCLA coursework offered as part of the program and thus varies by UC student status. In addition to the program fee, students are assessed other campus and administrative fees during the summer. This is a summary of fees that commonly apply to the selected student type.

Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California. Visit the fees, payment, and financial aid section for important disclaimer, as well as more details on fees, payment instructions, and information on delinquency, refunds, and financial aid.

VIRTUAL PROGRAM FEES: The program fees listed in the selection are for the Commuter version only. The following are the program fees  f or the Virtual version .

• High School Student = $1,916
• Incoming UCLA Student = $1,492
• Incoming UC Student = $1,492

All other fees listed will remain the same for the Virtual version.

Meet your instructors

Dr. randall r. rojas.

Dr. Randall R. Rojas is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Economics at UCLA. His research interests entail a highly interdisciplinary endeavor that transcends disciplinary barriers. His work in Economics is predominantly in the field of econophysics and financial engineering where he applies principles from physics, statistics, and psychology to the study of financial markets. He is also an active researcher in the field of Cognitive Science where he applies Bayesian methodologies to the modeling of knowledge acquisition by humans (human causal learning).

Dr. Rojas’s current work in Astrophysics (mainly astrostatistics) focuses on developing novel statistical analyses of the large-scale structure (LSS) of the universe to better understand its rich complexity and history. He is also highly committed to his teaching responsibilities and was awarded the ‘My Last Lecture Award’ by UCLA’s Alumni Scholars Club in 2015.

Lee E. Ohanian

Lee E. Ohanian is Professor of Economics, and Director of the Ettinger Family Program in Macroeconomic Research at UCLA, where he has taught since 199. He is an advisor to the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, and previously has advised other Federal Reserve Banks, Foreign Central Banks, and the National Science Foundation. He has been an economic advisor to state and national political campaigns. His research, which recently has been discussed in the New York Times ,  Wall Street Journal ,  Washington Post , and other media sources, focuses on economic crises, and as been published widely in a number of peer-reviewed journals. He is a frequent columnist for the  Wall Street Journal ,  Forbes ,  Newsweek , and CBS Moneyline. He currently serves on the editorial boards of 3 journals. He previously served on the faculties of the Universities of Minnesota and Pennsylvania. He is co-director of the research initiative “Macroeconomics across Time and Space” at the National Bureau of Economic Research.

Patrick Molligo

Patrick Molligo is a PhD candidate in the Department of Economics at UCLA. His research focuses on labor economics and economic history with an emphasis on vocational education in the United States. At UCLA he has taught classes on probability and statistics, econometrics, and data analysis, for which he received the departmental award for teaching excellence in 2022. Patrick received his bachelor’s degree from Cornell University before moving to Berlin, Germany for several years. Prior to graduate school, Patrick was a senior research assistant at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, D.C. where he supported numerous monetary policy briefings.

Economics Summer Institute FAQ

What supplies are required for the program.

Participants in the program will need to have a laptop computer with access to Microsoft PowerPoint and a USB port. It is also recommended that students have a basic or graphing calculator. Please reach out to the program instructor if you have an issue with technological accessibility.

Required Textbooks: Principles of Economics. N. Gregory Mankiw, 9th Edition.  Electronic textbooks will be provided. The cost of the electronic text book will be assessed via BruinBill at the end of the program and typically ranges from $70-$80.

How is this different from taking Economics 1?

The program includes additional activities. Economics Summer Institute participants will be placed into study groups and work collaboratively to develop and provide PowerPoint presentations based on coursework.

Do students need background knowledge about economics or math to be successful in this course?

Students do not need to have any background in economics, but they do need to have basic algebra skills.

Still have questions? Check out the general Summer Institutes FAQ.

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MQE is committed to fostering a multicultural environment, creating a melting pot of traditions, languages, and perspectives and encouraging cross-cultural understanding and friendship. Students from all walks of life not only coexist but thrive in an atmosphere that encourages the exploration and appreciation of different cultures. Join us in embracing the global spirit that thrives at UCLA, where every student is not just part of a university but an integral member of the MQE family.

Join us in embracing the global spirit that thrives at UCLA, where every student is not just part of a university but an integral member of the MQE family.

When you join MQE, you join students from around the world including:

Bangladesh, Bulgaria, China, Colombia, Greece, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Romania, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Ukraine and more!

Why Choose MQE?

Hear from some of our current international students and alumni as to why they chose MQE.

Advice from our International Students & Alumni

Make sure to start applying for summer internships early on, before the start of the school year (July-August). Don't worry about not having experience in your applications yet, it is important to get applications in (use "Incoming MQE student at UCLA"). Note that there is no "Placement" here like in Indian colleges. Networking plays a big role in the US so you can start connecting with potential employers, school/college alumni in California/US through LinkedIn to build relationships. Learn how to cook (especially food/home remedies for when you fall sick!)

Tripti Agarwal, MQE '24 - India

Be prepared for the rigor; because UCLA follows the quarter system, things go super fast. Brush up on the fundamentals; Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Statistics and Econometrics. Attend the summer boot camps! They were extremely helpful to review old and new topics. Talk to different people in class and even outside! Make friends from different departments and countries; it is always super helpful to get to know different people. Be proactive; since you are on your own path now and have to decide everything for yourself! Make sure you are making the best possible decision for yourself.

Pregya Vijayakumar, Current Student - India

Try to get a job on campus. That’s how you’ll get a SSN.

Hiba Farhan, Current Student - Pakistan

Be ready to come out of your comfort zone. Take responsibility of what [is] going to happen after the MQE.

Oscar Iroh, Current Student - Nigeria

I would recommend updating your programming skills, particularly in python, as this will be crucial. Get the most out of bootcamps. Get involved with applied projects from the beginning, since they serve as an approach to the work environment and tasks. Be attentive to the different initiatives offered by the university: there is a wide variety of sports and cultural options.

Santiago Naranjo Manosalva, MQE '24 - Colombia

Be bold and brave. Moving to a new city is scary but exciting. Be wise. UCLA gives many opportunities to enjoy, but also, the teachers are awesome and you can learn a lot if you commit to it.

Luis Zapata Bobadilla, Current Student - Peru

Actively participate in class discussions, attend office hours, and seek mentorship from faculty members. Attend networking events, join relevant student organizations, and connect with alumni. Develop effective time management skills to balance coursework, internships, and extracurricular activities. Workload here is structured a lot differently than Indian universities, and can seem really hectic at first, but effective strategies can help you stay on top and utilize all resources you have available. Utilize campus resources such as academic advisors, counseling services, and career centers.

Riya Nagarajan, Current Student - India

Start looking for internships from the beginning of the quarter. Brush up on important subjects like Econometrics, R etc. Explore beyond academics as well i.e. keep an open mind. Try to [get] accustomed [to] the studying style in the US. Network as much as possible.

Snehil Shandilya, MQE '24 - India

Chat up seniors. They can share how courses are structured and assessments you'll face. Ask for a packing list to dodge any last-minute scrambles. Participate in the boot camps. Attending these sessions is highly beneficial, particularly for those without prior coding experience. The quarter system moves fast, be ready to hit the ground running. Initiate the I-20 form application process early. For those considering university housing, early application is advisable. Seek guidance from university information sessions on reputable apartment hunting websites. Prioritize acquiring a US phone number and opening a bank account.

Oishika Kar, Current Student - India

Meet our International Alumni

Discover the diverse journeys of our MQE international alumni. Explore stories of individuals with backgrounds who may be similar to yours. If you envision a similar path, MQE might be the perfect fit for your aspirations.

• MQE Class of 2022
• Current Role: Trade Officer, Ministry of Commerce
• Undergraduate: Chulalongkorn University – Economics
• Co-authored paper on applying machine learning to the World Bank’s logistics performance index, applying knowledge of variable selection from MQE for developing the model in the paper
• Current role at the Ministry of Commerce involves utilizing programming skills in R and Python to manage price data collection and enhance accuracy through semi-automated anomaly detection and correction
• Presented article “Uncertainty Index: Predicting Indian Recessions and Analyzing Economic Implications” at the First Suvarnabhumi Institute of Technology National Conference 2023, which received outstanding recognition; research stemmed from International Finance course, which provided valuable insights and methodologies

• MQE Class of 2023
• Current Role: Data Analyst, Live Nation
• Undergraduate: SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) – Economics
• Summer Internship: Data Science Intern, Live Nation

• Current Role: Fixed Income Trader, J.P. Morgan Asset Management
• Undergraduate: Queen Mary University London – Finance & Investment
• Summer Internship: Fixed Income Trader – Wealth Management, First Republic Bank

• Current Role: Vice President, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
• Undergraduate: University of Tokyo – Economics
• Background: Financial Services and Credit Analyst within the banking industry

• Current Role: Economic Research, Central Bank of Guatemala
• Undergraduate: University of San Carlos – Engineering
• Why MQE: “[I wanted to] gain knowledge and experience in economic policy and macroeconomic issues.”

• MQE Class of 2020
• Current Role: Finance PhD Candidate – University of St. Gallen
• Undergraduate: Manhattanville University – Business Management & International Studies, minor Economics
• Research Experience in the areas of Strategy and Leadership

A Day in the Life

What is a day in the life of an international student really like as a MQE student? No two days are the same, and you as you settle into life at UCLA, you will set up a schedule that works best for you. Take a look at a day in the life of Aakanksha Dutta as she navigates life on campus as well as building her professional development through networking. Aakanksha is a first year student who completed her undergraduate studies at Delhi University.

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CNES is not accepting applications from prospective incoming students entering UCLA during the 2024-2025 academic year.

The Kerr Family Centennial Endowment confirms the enduring power and importance of international education. The intent of this fellowship is to provide access to higher education for students from the Greater Middle East who might otherwise find it difficult or impossible for financial reasons to successfully pursue graduate study at UCLA in the humanities or social sciences. The Kerr Family Fellowship will cover non-resident supplemental tuition (NRST) for three years so long as the applicant remains in good standing. 

A faculty advisory committee carries out the competitive application and selection process, ensuring that the Kerr Family’s intent is respected. Competitions and awards occur periodically, not annually. Visit this web page  for background information on the Endowment and the Kerr family’s connections to the Middle East.

Eligibility • For entering master’s or doctoral students from the Middle East who are interested in a career in college or university teaching and research in a discipline in the humanities or social sciences. • Citizens of any country of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region who completed their undergraduate education in the MENA region and are applying for graduate study in the social sciences or humanities may apply. • Students applying for MD, MS, MBA, DDS, JD, LLM, or SJD degree programs are not eligible. Students applying to PhD programs in the sciences or engineering are also ineligible. • Departments that qualify for the Kerr Fellowship include: Anthropology, Art History, Comparative Literature, Economics, English, Ethnomusicology, French and Francophone Studies, Gender Studies, Geography, Germanic Languages, History, Islamic Studies, Near Eastern Languages and Cultures, Political Science, Philosophy, Public Policy, Sociology and World Arts and Cultures.

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World bank treasury summer finance internship ($21-$26/hr).

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With us, you will not just work in financial markets; you will help create new ones.

The Treasury Summer Internship Program is a junior professional training program designed to develop the skills necessary for an exciting and rewarding career in the financial industry. The Program aims to bring exceptional college students with a demonstrated interest in a financial career to support the World Bank’s development mandate. The internship lays the foundation for becoming a Junior Analyst, a two-year position on one Treasury team, immediately after the intern graduates from their degree program. Interns are expected to be in their second to final year in the equivalent of a four-year college degree program. Hear directly from past interns and current junior analysts at the World Bank Treasury’s Student & Graduate Careers portal.

The World Bank Group

The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit worldbank.org .

The Treasury

The World Bank Treasury manages the finances of IBRD and IDA to enable all World Bank operations and lending. Treasury is a trusted advisor to our member countries to support financial stability and resilience. As a global asset management leader, Treasury prudently manages over $235 billion in assets, including overseeing investment in the World Bank Group’s pension fund’s assets, the largest asset manager in the development community. With over 75 years of innovation in the capital markets, Treasury issues over $50 billion in bonds and processes over $7 trillion in transactions yearly. You can learn more at treasury.worldbank.org .

About the Internship

Treasury Summer Interns will work full-time for ten weeks from May 27 through August 4, 2025, in Washington, DC. Interns receive a custom onboarding program in the first week before beginning three three-week rotations across Treasury teams. Throughout the summer, interns participate in weekly discussions with the program director and attend a career perspectives speaker series to hear from various Treasury officers, managers, and directors. Interns have access to the nearly 300-employee Treasury, including meeting the Vice President & Treasurer. Interns complete each rotation with a presentation to their respective teams and complete the internship by presenting their work in a capstone project to the management team.

Internship Calendar

Onboarding Week: May 27 – 30 Rotation 1: June 2 – June 20 Rotation 2: June 23 – July 11 Rotation 3: July 14 – August 1 Capstone Presentation: August 4

Observed Holidays: June 19, July 4

Interns join on a short-term temporary contract and are paid between $21.30 (net – for non-US Citizens) and $26.00 (gross – for US Citizens) per hour for 400 hours. All interns are expected to be in person, full-time, in Washington, DC, for the entire internship (May 27 – August 4). HR policies may change, but interns are expected to work at least four days in the office per week. Each intern will receive a World Bank laptop at the start of the internship. The World Bank sponsors the appropriate visa for an incoming intern to work in the United States if required.

Internship teams and work programs

The program will hire up to 16 interns across Treasury’s 16 teams this summer, and each intern will have a different rotation schedule to create a diverse and unique experience. Treasury comprises four main departments: Asset Management & Advisory, Capital Markets & Investments, Treasury Operations, and Pension & Endowments, in addition to the Treasury Risk, Compliance, and Controls team. Throughout their internship, each participant will be paired with a mentor and coordinator for each rotation, to provide guidance and support. Interns will engage in specific projects or tasks as directed by their team at the outset of each rotation. We highly encourage you to explore more about our organization and each department and read about the 16 teams.

How we evaluate applicants We believe poverty has no borders, and neither does excellence. With employees based in Chennai, Paris, Sofia, Singapore, Tokyo, and Washington, the World Bank Treasury represents over 60 nationalities, and our leadership team hails from all regions of the world . We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Treasury also has a dedicated Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team that advises on hiring protocols, career growth, and outreach. Learn more about Treasury’s greatest strength: its diverse and dedicated staff.

Eligibility Requirements

We ask that all applicants meet the following core eligibility requirements to be consistent with the program’s goals. Applicants must have these core requirements to be considered.

• Must be enrolled in the second-to-last year of the equivalent of a four-year college degree program in finance, business, economics, or a related field;
• Must be prepared to graduate with the equivalent of a four-year college degree between December 2025 and September 2026;
• Must be in good academic standing at their college or university;
• Must be available full-time throughout the internship
• Must not have a concurrent employment contract or internship.

Any candidate who misrepresents their application may be disqualified or terminated.

Successful Applicant Profiles

• Demonstrated paid work experience, previous internship, or leadership in a financial organization or club is strongly encouraged;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and develop productive relationships to achieve the team’s objectives;
• Proactive, resourceful, and flexible to work on a range of assignments and adapt to rapidly changing business requirements and priorities;
• Experienced with programming languages, such as Python, or specialized software for managing and visualizing economic and financial data;
• Strong research, analytical, and quantitative skills in data management;
• Demonstrated ability to research, extract, and process financial and economic data from various source systems and repositories, especially Bloomberg, World Bank Group or International Monetary Fund databases, and online sources;
• Highest ethical standards;
• Fluency in a second language is a plus.

How to apply

All applicants must submit a one-page cover letter and a one-page resume. View articles and webinars to learn what we look for in an application. All of this is available at treasury.worldbank.org/studentcareers .

The World Bank Treasury is proud of its strong community of colleagues from incredibly diverse backgrounds. Although entirely optional, applicants are encouraged to submit a maximum half-page to describe their background and how they believe this would contribute to our workplace.

Successful applicants may be asked to complete a remote test before interviewing. All applicants will be notified of the result by end-December 2024.

Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/job/world-bank-treasury-summer-finance-internship-21-26hr-28fc6ca9fe29aa00