Postgraduate Program in Economics for Non-Economists
Master the Economic Principles That Shape the World
The Postgraduate Program in Economics for Non-Economists is designed to provide students with essential foundational knowledge, offering a comprehensive introduction to economics, international economic frameworks, and, in particular, the economies of the European Union and Spain.
Classes are held in person, with one session per week (Thursday afternoons), from October to June, at the Polytechnic and Social Sciences Campus in Madrid-Princesa, located at 27 Calle Santa Cruz de Marcenado, next to the Argüelles metro station.
The faculty comprises professors and lecturers from nine universities—renowned experts in their respective fields—who are committed to making this Economics for Non-Economists program a benchmark academic experience. Their dedication extends beyond classroom teaching to include exam preparation support and supervision of the final postgraduate project.
The course carries a total of 15 ECTS credits and is structured into nine subjects, covering 28 lessons in total, as well as the completion of a final postgraduate project.
Basic Concepts with a Practical Approach
Course Program
Subjects 15 ECTS
- 1,5 ECTS | Economics as the Science of Scarce Resources: An Introduction
- 1,5 ECTS | Macroeconomics and Microeconomics: "Toolbox"
- 1,5 ECTS | Growth and Development
- 1,5 ECTS | Income Distribution Inequality and the Fight Against Poverty
- 1,5 ECTS | International Economics, Globalization, and Geopolitics
- 1,5 ECTS | Financial Instruments and Markets
- 1,5 ECTS | Labor Market and Internal Equilibrium
- 1,5 ECTS | The European Union
- 1,5 ECTS | The Spanish Economy: An Overview
- 1,5 ECTS | Postgraduate Final Project
Professors
Directors: José Luis García Delgado, Rafael Myro and Ana Fernández-Ardavín
Academic coordinator: Ramiro Gil Serrate
- José María Serrano Sanz (U. de Zaragoza)
- Marcela Sabaté (U. de Zaragoza)
- Sara Barcenilla (U. de Zaragoza)
- José A. Martínez Serrano (U. de Valencia)
- Andrés Picazo (U. de Valencia)
- Juan Ignacio Palacio (U. de Castilla-La Mancha)
- Luis Ayala (UNED)
- José Antonio Alonso (U. Complutense)
- Antoni Garrido (U. de Barcelona)
- Gemma García Brosa (U. de Barcelona)
- Rafael Myro (U. Complutense)
- José Luis García Delgado (U. Nebrija)
- Diego Rodríguez (U. Complutense)
- Ana Fernández-Ardavín (U. Nebrija)
- Mónica Goded (U. Nebrija)
- Juan Carlos Jiménez (U. de Alcalá)
- Eduardo Bandrés (U. de Zaragoza)
- Rosario Gandoy (U. de Castilla-La Mancha)
- Zulima Fernández (U. Carlos III)
More Academic Info
Official Degree:Economics Lessons. A Postgraduate Course
Student Profile: University graduates interested in acquiring knowledge of economics and the functioning of markets.
Responsible center:School of Economics and Business
Type of Teaching: Face-to-face
Language: Spanish
Teaching course: 2025 - 2026
Credits: 15 ECTS
Competences
- 1. Interpretation of Economic Reality
- Analyze economic and financial information, as well as key indicators (GDP, inflation, unemployment, etc.) and public policies with a critical mindset.
- Understand how markets and international economic relations work.
- 2. Economics for Professionals and Entrepreneurs
- Develop a detailed understanding of the economic environment in which one's professional activity takes place.
- Develop a detailed understanding of the economic environment in which one intends to pursue entrepreneurial initiatives.
- 3. Strategic Thinking
- Anticipate scenarios (e.g., interest rate hikes, sectoral crises) and adapt strategies accordingly.
- Apply principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics that help to understand the medium-term outlook.
- 4. Clear Economic Communication
- Develop the ability to explain complex economic concepts without technical jargon.
- Participate effectively in the relevant work environment using simple yet sound evidence and analysis.
Calendar and Schedules
Academic calendar Subject Schedule
The class schedule, entirely in-person, consists of one weekly session (Thursday afternoons) from October to June. Classes will be held at the Polytechnic and Social Sciences Campus in Madrid-Princesa, located at 27 Calle Santa Cruz de Marcenado, next to the Argüelles Metro station.
Admission
- a) Hold an official Spanish university degree or another degree issued by a higher education institution within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) that qualifies for access to Master's programs in the country where the degree was issued, with proper accreditation. Students currently enrolled in Master’s programs may also be admitted to this program on a conditional basis.
- b) Hold a degree from an educational system outside the EHEA, without the need for degree recognition, provided that the degree is verified to correspond to a level of education equivalent to the corresponding official Spanish university degrees.
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