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Hi Guys, This is in regards to environmental economics policies. I don't know if this post is in the right section.. I’m currently doing this internship and the tasks have been very interesting so far and challenging. I could use someone’s input on this topic though. I’m being asked to do a general analysis of what the impact of a new policy (packaging policy) will be on competitiveness of companies in the Refrigeration and Air-conditioning sector. I have to look at the Economic impact in general ( on companies as well the country) with an emphasis on competitiveness. I also have to look at the positive, negative and maybe even neutral impacts. Do you guys have any recommendation as to how to go about researching this and doing a proper analysis? I’ve started gathering info on the general economic impact of any new environmental policy/regulations on competition. Just general information. Do you guys have any suggestions as to the type of info I should use from the policy document, in order to be more specific in my economic analysis? Also what specific info I should be researching for the analysis? Thanks in advance for your guidance!

I've basically just started my Masters program here in the UK in International Economics and I'm already struggling. I’ve been out of school and working for 3 yrs. I decided to go back to school this yr and just concentrate on this maters full time. My background is in business and I only had basic economics classes with almost no math problems. I did realize before I applied to this course that I was going to have put in a lot of hard work since I didn’t do pure economics but, I didn't expect the material to be almost new to me. I chose Economics because I’m actually really interested in this subject. I’m always watching and reading related shows/magazines; but I find that reality is actually quite different from the lectures and classes. Sigh Anyways, I’m contemplating changing courses and prob doing an MBA. I spoke to that department and it’s not too late. I was told that with my background, I actually stand a good chance of being accepted BUT I do not want to do an MBA. I also spoke to this lady in the Econ department and she told me I could “hire” a Phd student as a tutor. I’m seriously contemplating this option but I’m not sure I will be able to catch up with the class. I’ve also spoken with the Math methods professor and he advised me stick around at least for another week, before I decide to change programs. He told me the material should be easier as we progress. He didn’t want to make too easy for students at the beginning. The classes I’m taking this semesters are Econometric methods, Mathematical methods and Advanced Macroeconomics. I’m only seeking help with the Math methods as all these modules seem interrelated. The lecturers have all recommended review books I should be reading—which I don’t mind—. My only worry is that I might not be able to catch up on time for our first term exam at the end of November. I would like to get opinions from people familiar with Economics and these particular courses. Will I be able to catch up or not? As I’m typing this I realize I really don’t want to do an MBA right now. I’m ready to spend sleepless night trying to learn these modules. Any advice on how I should go about this? Should I just change my program Altigether? I already have the review books recommended by the professors. Thanks for helping an -almost- desperate soul! J Lexi

I've basically just started my Masters program here in the UK in International Economics and I'm already struggling. I’ve been out of school and working for 3 yrs. I decided to go back to school this yr and just concentrate on this maters full time. My background is in business and I only had basic economics classes with almost no math problems. I did realize before I applied to this course that I was going to have put in a lot of hard work since I didn’t do pure economics but, I didn't expect the material to be almost new to me. I chose Economics because I’m actually really interested in this subject. I’m always watching and reading related shows/magazines; but I find that reality is actually quite different from the lectures and classes. Sigh Anyways, I’m contemplating changing courses and prob doing an MBA. I spoke to that department and it’s not too late. I was told that with my background, I actually stand a good chance of being accepted BUT I do not want to do an MBA. I also spoke to this lady in the Econ department and she told me I could “hire” a Phd student as a tutor. I’m seriously contemplating this option but I’m not sure I will be able to catch up with the class. I’ve also spoken with the Math methods professor and he advised me stick around at least for another week, before I decide to change programs. He told me the material should be easier as we progress. He didn’t want to make too easy for students at the beginning. The classes I’m taking this semesters are Econometric methods, Mathematical methods and Advanced Macroeconomics. I’m only seeking help with the Math methods as all these modules seem interrelated. The lecturers have all recommended review books I should be reading—which I don’t mind—. My only worry is that I might not be able to catch up on time for our first term exam at the end of November. I would like to get opinions from people familiar with Economics and these particular courses. Will I be able to catch up or not? As I’m typing this I realize I really don’t want to do an MBA right now lol I’m ready to spend sleepless night trying to learn these modules. Any advice on how I should go about establishing a study plan? I already have the review books recommended by the professors. Thanks for helping an -almost- desperate soul! J Lexi

Thanks. I've decided to go for International Economics.

Hello, I will be doing a MA or Msc in development/ International economics in the U.K. this coming September. I've already gotten a few offers but I am wondering which Master will be the most marketable. Hopefully I will land a job in an international organizations such as the World Bank, IMF, UN etc...basically be working in development. However I also wouldn't mind working in a different area, like for institutions that don't necessarily specialize in development. That's why I feel like a Msc Development Economics would limit my job prospects. I feel like International Economics is broader and it contains development economics anyways. I can even work in Finance with a Msc International Econ. Opinions?

I would gladly send it to you via PM. I can have it proofread for grammar and vocabulary by other people but I really need help as far as content. I may end up hiring one those web service to do that, but I figured I would ask here first. Thanks a bunch.

I applied for a masters in International development, submitted it on January 31st, got an email that my application was complete on feb 14th and I am now expecting another email that will let me know if I am admissible or not. I've litterally being checking my emails every 15mins everyday. I think I'm driving myself crazy right now... Any one else applied for a grad program at Sciences Po for this fall? For you guys who applied in the past, how was the process like and how long did it take before you got the acceptance/rejection email?