PhD in Economics
Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences

About Department

The PhD in Economics program is designed to develop highly skilled researchers and scholars equipped to contribute original knowledge to the field of economics. Through rigorous training in economic theory, advanced quantitative methods, and empirical research, students gain the expertise necessary to analyze complex economic phenomena and address critical issues facing economies worldwide. The program emphasizes independent research, critical thinking, and scholarly communication, preparing graduates for academic careers, policy advisory roles, and leadership positions in international organizations, government institutions, and the private sector. PhD candidates work closely with faculty mentors to produce innovative dissertations that advance economic science.

Available Quota: 6 students
Tuition Fee (Balkan): €3000.00/year
Tuition Fee (International): €3000.00/year

Social Sciences

Economic Sciences

Economy

General Requirements
  • Have completed a second cycle of studies with a minimum of 300 ECTS credits accumulated
  • Have achieved a minimum GPA of 7.00 from their previous higher education (first and second cycle)
  • Completed prior higher education in the same or similar scientific field as the third cycle program
  • A scientific-preparatory program may be applied for candidates from different academic backgrounds
  • Excellent knowledge of English (min. level B1 according to the CEFR)
  • Submit two recommendation letters from qualified referees
  • Academic Research
  • Economic Consultancy in public sector
  • Consultancy with NGOS

Academic Staff

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Coordinator

Liza Alili Sulejmani

liza.alili@ibu.edu.mk

Course Plan

First Year
ECON 699
Preparation of the PhD proposal, (doctoral project), public presentation and approval by the Comission
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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RMSS 601
Research Methodology I
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 601
Advanced Economics
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 602
Public Finance
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 603
International Trade
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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RMSS 602
Research Methodology II
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 604
Applied Macroeconomics
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 605
Applied Microeconomics
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 606
Monetary Policy
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 607
Public Finance Management
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 608
Risk Management in Public Sector
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 609
Public Debt Management
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 610
International Economic Integration
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 611
International Business
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 612
Trade Policy
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 604
Advanced Macroeconomics
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ECON 605
Advanced Microeconomics
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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Second Year
SCA I
First Publication of the Article in the Scientific Journal
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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Mobility I
International Mobility I (Teaching)
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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SRW I
Scientific Research Work I
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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LEC
Lecturing
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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LR1
Public Presentation of Doctoral Thesis- Literature Review
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
1 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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SRW II
Scientific Research Work II
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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Third Year
DOC999
Public Defense of Doctoral Thesis
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
30.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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EW2
Public Presentation of the PhD thesis - Presentation of Research Results
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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Mobility II
International Mobility II (Teaching)
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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SCA II
Second Publication of the Article in the Scientific Journal
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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