Study plan and minor specialization

Study plan of the major of the programme can be found bellow.

Minor Specialization: Modern History of Economic Policy (5MH)

The Modern History of Economic Policy minor offers a unique interdisciplinary focus on the history of economic policies, economic history, and business history. By combining historical analysis with contemporary economic perspectives, this minor complements a student’s major and provides a deeper understanding of how historical events shape modern economic systems and policies.

 

Aims of the Minor

The program aims to equip students with the ability to:

  • Critically analyze the historical roots of contemporary global challenges.
  • Examine significant political events and economic processes from a historical perspective through case studies and discussions.
  • Understand the economic, historical, and cultural development of the Czech lands.

 

Program Structure

Duration: 2 semesters
Enrollment Cap: 50 students

Compulsory Courses (18 ECTS):

  1. 5HD280From Kafka to Havel: Introduction into the History and Culture of Czech Lands (2/0, 3 ECTS)
  2. 5HD291European Integration: Historical Context and Current Developments (0/2, 4 ECTS)
  3. 5HD391From Empire to 21st Century Britain: Economic and Political Development of Great Britain (0/2, 4 ECTS)
  4. 5HD396America from Independence to 2020: Special Topics in U.S. Economic History (0/2, 4 ECTS)
  5. 5HD450Chapters in History of the Cold War (2/0, 3 ECTS)

Elective Courses (12 ECTS):
Students choose from the following:

  • 2SE439Rises and Falls of Economic Powers (0/2, 3 ECTS)
  • 4ES611Economic Statistics (2/2, 6 ECTS)
  • 4ES614Macroeconomic Data and Economic Policies (2/0, 3 ECTS)
  • 5EN381Chapters in Economics (extra-sem 26/0, 3 ECTS)
  • 5HD383Chapters in Economic History (extra-sem 26/0, 4 ECTS)
  • 5IE365Theory and Practice of Investment Process (2/0, 3 ECTS)
  • 5IE380Behavioral Finance (2/0, 3 ECTS)

 

Final Exam and State Exam Details

Comprehensive Secondary Specialization Exam (5MH1):
This exam assesses students’ knowledge across the compulsory courses, focusing on:

  • History of the Cold War (5HD450)
  • Introduction into the History and Culture of Czech Lands (5HD280)
  • European Integration (5HD291)
  • Special Topics in U.S. Economic History (5HD396)
  • Development of Great Britain (5HD391)