This course is also part of the EUI Global Executive Master
Programme Description
Is the world deglobalising? Is the multilateral system that has underpinned global economic interdependence dead? How are economic policies in the different regional blocs (US, China, the EU) evolving in an era of intense geopolitical rivalry? Is economic nationalism and industrial policy the new protectionism? How should economic policies respond to rising global fragmentation and increased inequality?
This readings-based executive training course will expose participants to current theoretical and empirical issues in international political economy. Through lectures, discussions, and case-studies, it will focus on the policy issues and dilemmas that are dominating international economic debates and policymaking in a world where increased economic interdependence goes hand in hand with economic fragmentation.
This course will tackle current issues in international political economy, defining an economic policy for an interdependent and fragmented world. It will provide participants with:
- A critical look on the current patterns of globalisation and deglobalisation as well as on the characteristics of the multilateral system for trade and investment following the Covid-19 pandemic, the Ukraine war and heightened geopolitical rivalry
- Analysis of US economic policy in the global system of international economic interdependence in light of the preferences and policies of the new US administration
- An examination of China’s integration into the world economy as well as economic policy challenges for middle powers in a fragmenting geo-economic environment
- A broad understanding of the structure, content, and policy debates around the new EU economic governance architecture and policy dilemmas
- An overview of the trends across different dimensions of economic fragmentation and socio-economic inequality in Europe and the world.
This course is also part of the curriculum of the EUI Global Executive Master, in the Economy and Finance (ECOF) specialisation track.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this programme, participants can expect to be able to:
- Demonstrate in-depth empirical and policy-relevant understanding of the main international political economy issues facing policymakers in a world of increased economic interdependence and fragmentation.
- Develop analytical skills to understand the use of fiscal, monetary, trade, industrial and innovation policies in the new geo-economic setting.
- Use economic policy principles and tools to critically evaluate new policy directions by the main global economic actors.
- Develop skills to be able to write about, discuss, and communicate global political economy issues for a range of target audiences.
Information for applicants
The course is designed for an online audience, including weekly live online sessions, pre-readings, and assignments with feedback. As a participant you can expect a hands-on approach, with plenty of space dedicated to practical exercises, live interaction, and engagement with real-world examples.
The training will have live online sessions one afternoon per week between 15 November and 18 December 2025. You may consult the Programme Timetable for details on the timing and content of each online session.
The live online sessions will be held from the new state of the art Online Teaching Room of the EUI Executive Education Centre, ensuring a high level of audio-visual quality and interaction.
Participants will be enrolled in the EUI’s Virtual Learning Environment (Brightspace). All live online sessions will be recorded and available for viewing on this platform.
Participants who complete all the necessary course assignments will receive a Certificate of Completion with ECTS credits (3) included. The credits obtained by completing this course can be used towards the EUI Global Executive Master. Participants who do not complete the assignments but have regularly attended the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
In this executive training course led by Prof. Georgios Papakonstantinou, participants can expect to learn from policy practitioners, bringing in both practical and academic expertise. The full list of instructors will be announced in due course.
Scientific coordinator
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Georgios Papakonstantinou
Full-time Professor
Acting Director
Florence School of Transnational Governance
Fees
Fee
1.200 €
Early bird and groups
1.080 € [ -10%]
Affiliation price
1.020 € [ -15%]
ETGN price
960 € [ -20%]
Early bird and groups
The early-bird discount (10%) is applicable for registrations by 31/05/2025 - 23:59 CET.
The same discount is applicable for groups (more than three people).
Affiliation price
The affiliation discount (15%) applies for NGO staff, national civil servants and EU officials (from EU institutions and bodies), international organisations, as well as EUI alumni, and former paying participants of STG courses.
ETGN price
The course is eligible for the ETGN Certificate with 20% discount over the total fee. Find out more.
We encourage early registrations for this course as places are given on a rolling basis.
More information about the cancellation policy applicable to this course
Target Audience
- Public sector officials addressing economic issues and working with economic policy tools in national and subnational administrations, other government agencies, international organisations, public-sector consultancies, etc.;
- Public officials from European institutions, including the European Commission, European Parliament, Accredited Parliamentary Assistants, Advisors, etc.;
- Professionals in the consultancy sector or the private sector with a role related to the impact of economic policy change or economic interests’ representation.
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Jakov Bojovic
Research Fellow
Florence School of Transnational Governance
Application deadline:
15/10/2025 - 23:59CEST