Studying economics or finance in China offers direct exposure to the world's second-largest economy. Students benefit from rigorous academic programs at leading institutions like Tsinghua University and Fudan University, preparing them for global roles.
Why studying economics or finance in China gives you the inside view of a $17 trillion economy — top schools, curriculum and careers.
China is the world's second-largest economy and home to some of the fastest-moving economic research in the world. For international students, studying economics or finance in China means learning inside the economy you are studying.
Why study economics in China
- Learn inside a $17 trillion economy — case studies, data and internships are local
- English-taught bachelor and master programs at top universities
- Low tuition — USD 3,500–6,000/year
- Strong research in development economics, fintech and international trade
- Alumni networks in Greater China finance and consulting
Top universities for economics
- Peking University — National School of Development, HSBC Business School (Shenzhen)
- Tsinghua University — School of Economics and Management
- Fudan University — School of Economics, Fanhai IMBA
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University — Antai College of Economics and Management
- Renmin University — Hanqing Advanced Institute and School of Finance
- University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) — trade and international economics
What you will study
Microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, international trade, finance, development economics, Chinese economy, fintech, monetary policy. Master's programs add quantitative finance and policy research.
Admission
- Bachelor: high school diploma with strong math, IELTS 6.0+
- Master: relevant bachelor's degree, IELTS 6.5+, GMAT/GRE optional
- PhD: master's + research plan + supervisor acceptance
Career outcomes
Graduates work in investment banks, consulting, fintech (Ant Group, Tencent), central banks and policy research. A Chinese economics degree combined with HSK 5 is one of the most employable profiles in Asia.
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The StudyInChina Education Team is a group of admissions advisors, scholarship specialists and former international students who have guided thousands of applicants into Chinese universities. This article is reviewed for accuracy and updated regularly.
Last updated 9 Sept 2026
