Understanding the forces that shape the world.
Today’s increasingly complex national and global environment calls for a more integrative mindset. Contemporary social, political and economic challenges can rarely be approached from a single perspective.
Offered by UA&P’s School of Law and Governance, political economy programs equip students with the knowledge and analytical skills needed for understanding social realities, particularly the complex political and economic factors that lie at their origins. Students are trained to employ tools or methodologies from political science, philosophy, economics, history, sociology and public administration. This training leads to a holistic approach, crucial to making well-grounded governance decisions and exercising effective leadership.
There are four (4) program tracks:
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy
- 5-year Program: AB Political Economy + Master of Arts in Political Economy with specialization in International Relations and Development (MAPE-IRD)
- 6-year Program: Senior High School + AB Political Economy + MAPE-IRD
- Masters in Political Economy – Evening Program
Curriculum
Students in the 4-, 5- and 6-year programs are required to complete UA&P’s liberal arts curriculum before taking major subjects.
Major subjects comprise the following fields of study:
- Philosophy of Work
- Social and Political Philosophy
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Economics
- Social Science Research Methods
- Development
- Public Policy
- Governance
Faculty
The following currently comprise the faculty of the Political Economy undergraduate program:
- Dr. Nicomedes Alviar (Dean)
- Atty. Delia Tantuico (Vice Chair, Operations Committee)
- Dr. Jeremy Gatdula (School Secretary)
- Dr. May Zuleika Salao (Program Director)
- Ms. Ahnee Lae Abutin
- Ms. Angela Arnante
- Atty. Joel Arzaga
- Mr. John Avila
- Dr. Roberto de Vera
- Mr. Brian Doce
- Dr. Nanette Dungo
- Dr. Robin Garcia
- Ms. Natividad Cristina Gruet
- Ms. Jocelyn Mirabueno
- Mr. Bien Nito
- Mr. Garry Perez
- Mr. Edwin Pineda
- Dr. Maria Veronica Quilingin
- Mr. Eleazar Ricote
- Ambassador Melita Sta. Maria-Thomeczek
- Dr. Cora Toralba
- Ms. Clara Vizconde
Each faculty member has a profile in our Faculty and Research page, consisting of their educational attainment, list of seminars and published works, and contact information. Researchers may click on the link to transfer to the page.
Careers
Political Economy graduates can pursue leadership and governance careers in a wide range of fields, such as:
- National or Local Governance
- Legislative Liaison Work
- Public Policy Analysis
- Government Relations for Business
- Public Finance
- Public Policy Research
- Political Consultancy For Think Tanks
- Financial/Economic Analysis
- Human Rights, Environmental or Other Social Advocacy
- Work in Nongovernment or Nonprofit Organizations
- Civilian or Military Intelligence Work
- Journalism, Media and Communications
- Diplomacy and Foreign Service
- Staff/Research Work in International Organizations, e.g., ASEAN, European Commission, United Nations, World Trade Organization
- Staff/Research Work in Multilateral Lending Institutions or Aid Agencies, e.g., World Bank, International Monetary Fund, Asian Development Bank, USAID
- International Trade Consultancy
- University Research and Teaching
- Law
Scholarships
Undergraduate Scholarships
Undergraduate scholarships are of two types: merit scholarships and financial assistance scholarships. Merit scholarships are sometimes awarded as outright grants. Students admitted to undergraduate political economy programs who are interested in applying for scholarships should look up the undergraduate Scholarships page.
Graduate Scholarships
Full and partial scholarships are also available to graduate-level students.
Qualifications
- General weighted average (GWA) of 2.0 in the undergraduate course
- Financial need
- Positive interview result
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Roundtable Letters
The Roundtable is the official publication of the Political Economy program. Read the latest issue below: