Ural State University of Economics

About University 

​​The Ural State University of Economics is one of Russia’s most prominent universities that was founded in 1967. It is based in Ekaterinburg and specializes in educating students in a large variety of professions. The Ural State University of Economics is regularly among the top universities in the national rankings of Russia.

Since its opening, the university has trained more than 450,000 students with approximately 15,000 students currently enrolled in studying economics, studying law, studying mathematics, and studying IT. The Ural State University of Economics states that it aims to produce graduates capable of applying their knowledge and skills to managing the Russian economy and defending human rights and civil liberties.

USUE is a basic, multi-disciplinary university, where more than 17,000 students are being educated and their number is constantly growing. The University has trained more than 124,000 professionals in different sectors of the Russian economy including representatives of the business elite of Russia and governmental bodies of Russia.

University signed 109 agreements on international cooperation in 29 countries of the world including agreements on the development of double-degree programs in four areas of Bachelor’s Degree and two areas of Master’s Degree courses at six universities. 

USUE is a modern multidisciplinary research complex, the organization of which is based on the principles of project management. The organization of scientific research within the framework of projects allows you to combine administrative levers and the presentation of conditions for creative work and study processes. Every year USUE organizes several scientific and practical events for university students: university conferences, round tables, research competitions, seminars, and open lectures on scientific topics. Also, students of the university can take part in external scientific and practical events. The University has a Student Scientific Society, which unites on voluntary basis students who actively participate in scientific, organizational, and research work

Recognition

USUE is one of the most active universities in the Urals in the field of international relations. It is evident through both expanding the geography of exchange programs for students and teachers and establishing friendly and partnership relations with universities and officials of various government bodies of foreign countries.

The Ural State University of Economics is the only university in the Urals whose international ranking in the German listing for educational institutions in 2007 was the highest (H+) which means public recognition of USUE higher degrees in Europe.

Currently, the University established stable contacts with the German Academic Exchange Service and representatives of other organizations. There have been signed inter-university agreements with educational institutions in 38 countries, including the universities of Kazakhstan, Germany, Great Britain, China, and South Korea.

The university invites prominent lecturers from Great Britain, France, Germany, the USA, the Czech Republic, China, Ecuador, Benin, Equatorial Guinea, and other countries to be presented with the title of USUE Honorary Professor. It gives students and members of academic staff an opportunity to take part in foreign internships, get new experiences and make valuable contacts in the academic field.

Faculties and Courses

The University has trained more than 40 specialties in various branches and contains 7 faculties.

  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Finance
  • Faculty of Management and Global Economics
  • Faculty of Commerce
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Extra-Mural Faculty
  • Institute of Reduced Program

Every student covers a range of comprehensive courses:

  • Microeconomic Analysis
  • Monetary Economics
  • Elementary Statistics
  • International Trade
  • Optional Paper 
  • Theory of Pricing and Distribution
  • Macroeconomic Analysis
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Economics of Firm Strategy
  • Economics of Money and Banking
  • Basic Financial Accounting
  • Macroeconomics Fiscal Economics
  • International Economics
  • Indian Economy and Economic Reforms
  • Human Resource Development 
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Financial Management
  • Portfolio Management
  • Financial Markets
  • Commercial Banking
  • Fixed Income Securities
  • International Business Economics
  • Corporate Taxation
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Cost Accounting
  • Financial Accounting
  • Banking and Insurance
  • Operations and Supply Chain Management
  • Research Methodology

Accommodation

The Ural State University of Economics provides its students with a Student Dormitory. The hostel consists of eight rooms per floor, with 2-3 people per room. Each floor also has one common kitchen and two toilets, and the basement has a shower. Students cannot select their rooms. All rooms are fully furnished and equipped with all needed for studying and resting comfortable facilities including TV, free Wi-Fi, and comfortable and modern furniture with bedding. 

Every student has access to a common kitchen, modern and renovated laundry room, medical aid cabinet, gym with sports equipment, and reading room with a huge amount of information resources. All rooms have a free Internet connection to make the studying process more useful. The dormitory is surrounded by parks and squares, so every student can spend their free time with fresh air and picturesque sights. Every foreign student can find their national food in the supermarkets and food stores near the hostel building.

About City 

Ekaterinburg acts as the divide between Russia and Kazakhstan and has been dubbed the ‘window on Asia’ due to its proximity to the border. The city is commonly called Russia’s ‘third capital’ as it is ranked third for tourist activities, transport infrastructure, and economic size. It holds a special place in Russia for being the site of some history-changing events. A walking tour of the city is a great way to see the beautiful old architecture and the main attractions of historical importance such as the Church on the Blood, the site of the execution of the last Tsar. 

Ekaterinburg also hosts several unusual sights such as the QWERTY Monument, a giant stone keyboard, the so-called ‘Mafia Cemetery’ where former Mafia members are commemorated with life-size images carved into stone, and during the winter an entire city block is made of ice. A visit to the Chinese Market with little outdoor stalls that sell almost everything is also a worthwhile experience. During the cold period, there are many opportunities to go cross-country skiing and some downhill skiing as well. Day trips into the surrounding area, for example, the Deer Stream National Park, is also an option and can be made by public transport.

The most beautiful one is the light and music fountain, located in front of the Opera and Ballet Theater. The city is full of attractions for young people and international students such as modern museums, Indian restaurants, Asian restaurants, Russian restaurants, food stores, art galleries, cinemas, and recreation areas.