Faculty of Economics

About Faculty of Economics

The Faculty of Economics is an academic division of Lomonosov Moscow State University, located in Moscow, Russia. Established in 1941, the faculty functions as a central unit for economic education and research within the university structure. It operates under the broader administrative and academic framework of Lomonosov Moscow State University, which is the oldest and largest university in the Russian Federation. The faculty is situated on the university’s main campus in the Vorobyovy Gory district of Moscow, providing students with access to the institution’s centralized infrastructure and academic resources.

The faculty offers a range of degree programs structured according to the Russian higher education system, including bachelor’s, master’s, and postgraduate (aspirantura) degrees. Students may pursue specializations in areas such as economic theory, mathematical methods in economics, accounting, finance, national economy, and management. The curriculum is designed to integrate theoretical economic training with quantitative methods, including statistics, econometrics, and data analysis. These programs are delivered through a departmental structure that includes chairs for specific economic disciplines, allowing for focused instruction in both microeconomic and macroeconomic fields.

Research at the Faculty of Economics covers various aspects of the Russian economy, international trade, public policy, and corporate finance. The faculty maintains several research laboratories and centers that focus on applied economics, sustainable development, and social policy. These research units facilitate data collection and analysis, which are often integrated into the teaching process. Faculty members contribute to economic policy discussions and academic publishing, maintaining connections with other research institutions and government bodies. The faculty also hosts academic conferences and seminars, which serve as venues for the exchange of research findings among students, faculty, and external experts.

The physical infrastructure available to the Faculty of Economics includes lecture halls, seminar rooms, and computer laboratories equipped with software for economic modeling and statistical analysis. Students have access to the Lomonosov Moscow State University Scientific Library, which maintains a collection of economic literature, journals, and digital databases. The campus also provides auxiliary facilities, including student housing, dining halls, and sports complexes, which are integrated into the broader university estate. These facilities support the daily academic and social requirements of the student body and academic staff.

As a part of Lomonosov Moscow State University, the Faculty of Economics operates under the educational standards set by the university and the regulations of the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education. The university holds state accreditation, which ensures that its degrees are recognized within the Russian Federation and by various international academic bodies. The faculty participates in internal and external quality assurance processes, including periodic curriculum reviews and the assessment of faculty research output. These procedures are intended to maintain alignment with national academic requirements and contemporary developments in economic science.

The faculty maintains a system of international cooperation, engaging in student and faculty exchange programs with universities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. These partnerships often involve collaborative research projects, dual-degree programs, and joint academic publications. By participating in these networks, the faculty provides students with exposure to international economic perspectives and methodologies. The international office of the faculty coordinates these activities, managing the logistics for visiting scholars and students who attend the faculty as part of bilateral agreements between Lomonosov Moscow State University and foreign academic institutions.

Admission to the Faculty of Economics is based on a competitive selection process, which includes the Unified State Examination (EGE) scores for domestic applicants and entrance examinations for specific categories of students. The faculty also admits international students, who must meet the university’s requirements for language proficiency and academic preparation. The academic calendar follows a semester-based system, with examinations held at the end of each term. Upon successful completion of the required coursework and the defense of a final thesis or graduation project, students are awarded a diploma issued by Lomonosov Moscow State University.