Master’s in International Trade – English-Taught at Ajou University

Understand the forces that move goods, investment and opportunity across borders. The Master of Arts in International Trade at Ajou University’s Graduate School of International Studies combines international economics, trade policy and business-related perspectives. Academic courses are taught 100% in English, allowing you to build specialised knowledge in a globally oriented graduate setting.

Turn your interest in global markets into a focused postgraduate pathway. Asia Pathway can help you explore the program’s fit with your goals, assess admission eligibility and plan your application and scholarship opportunities.

Why choose this program at Ajou?

• Complete a master’s degree at Ajou University’s Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS).
• Study academic courses taught 100% in English.
• Join an international learning community in Suwon.
• Explore thesis and non-thesis routes, subject to the applicable academic requirements.
• Access scholarship opportunities assessed separately from standard tuition.

Program at a glance

Qualification: Master of Arts in International Trade.

Study length: Normally two years, with at least four enrolled semesters.

Credits: 39 credits, including the applicable required, elective, Korean Studies and research components.

Teaching language: Academic courses taught 100% in English.

Location: Ajou University, Suwon, South Korea.

Explore the systems behind international commerce

Study the interaction between trade agreements, financial markets, economic policy and commercial practice. Develop an analytical understanding of international trade while considering how negotiations, regulation and regional integration affect countries and organisations.

• WTO and international trade policy
• International trade and development
• International finance and macroeconomics
• International trade law and commercial dispute settlement
• Foreign investment and multinational corporations
• Trade practices, econometrics and regional economic integration

Subjects shown illustrate the curriculum; individual electives and class offerings vary by semester.

Study structure and graduation

Choose a thesis or non-thesis route, subject to academic eligibility and university approval. Both require the relevant coursework and comprehensive examination; the thesis route also includes six research credits and a successful thesis defence.

Who is this program for?

Consider this program if you want to deepen your understanding of global commerce, international economic policy or trade-related analysis. It offers a more specialised trade and economics focus than a general business MBA.

Entry requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or an accepted equivalent. Final-semester undergraduate applicants may apply subject to providing their completed degree documents.
• IELTS 5.5 or an accepted TOEFL iBT equivalent. Specified nationality and degree-country exemptions may apply.
• A statement of purpose, degree certificate, official transcripts and two recommendation letters; at least one recommendation must be from an undergraduate professor.
• Passport and financial evidence, authenticated academic documents and notarised English translations where required.
• Completion of the application review and admission interview.

Tuition and scholarships

Estimated tuition per semester: USD 4,570 before scholarships.

One-time admission fee: approximately USD 670, payable in the first semester.

Application fee: approximately USD 75, separate from tuition and the admission fee.

Scholarships can help make your graduate study more accessible. Eligible incoming students may receive a 50% first-semester tuition waiver, while continuing-student awards offer 30%, 50%, 75% or 100% tuition reductions subject to academic performance, selection and university policy. The displayed tuition is the standard fee before any scholarship.

Budget separately for accommodation, meals, insurance, textbooks, travel and personal expenses.

USD amounts are rounded planning estimates. Ajou invoices fees in Korean won; exchange rates and university fees can change. Contact Asia Pathway for your current tuition quotation and scholarship assessment.

Career and research directions

Possible directions include trade analysis, international commercial operations, economic research, policy-related roles and work with public institutions or internationally active companies. Employment depends on your experience, skills, language ability and applicable work-authorisation requirements.

Life and learning in Suwon

Enjoy university life in Suwon, with access to campus libraries, dining facilities and on-campus residence options. Explore historic Hwaseong sites and Gwanggyo Lake Park, or plan trips to Seoul. Accommodation is booked separately and depends on room availability.

GSIS student life can include international events, specialist lectures and Korean buddy activities, alongside your academic study. Participation depends on the available schedule.

Apply with Asia Pathway

Asia Pathway can help you review the program against your academic background, organise your supporting documents, understand scholarship conditions and plan your study budget. We can also help you understand the application and student-visa documentation process.

Contact Asia Pathway for a personalised Ajou master’s consultation and your current semester-fee quotation.