Economics and Finance in London

London, England

Summer 2025

Program Overview

For the first time this year, Finance and Economics will be taking students to London, the Financial Center of the world. Dr. Janet Payne will teach two undergraduate classes in Finance and Dr. Iqbal Ahmed will teach two undergraduate courses in Economics. 

We will also offer courses in Quantitative Finance and Economics for students in Master’s programs. Students can earn six hours of upper-level business credit or six hours of upper-level communication studies credit. The program includes business site visits, cultural excursions, many meals, and great friendships.

Program Faculty

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Dr. Janet Payne

Professor, Finance and Economics

Dr. Payne is a Professor of Finance specializing in Corporate Finance. She holds a Ph.D. in Finance and has been teaching at Texas State since 2001. She has participated in and led study abroad programs in Prague, Czech Republic.

 

Dr. Iqbal Ahmed

Assistant Professor, Finance and Economics

Dr. Iqbal Ahmed is an Assistant Professor of Economics specializing in Applied Macroeconomics. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics and has been teaching at Texas State University since 2018. Dr. Ahmed has extensive industry experience as a policy analyst for public and private organizations across Asia, Africa, and the United Kingdom. 

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Courses Offered

McCoy College of Business undergraduate students will earn up to 6 credit hours from two courses from the following:

  • FIN 3312 – Business Finance
  • FIN 3301 – Real Estate 
  • ECO 3317 – International Economics
  • ECO 2315 – Principles of Macroeconomics
  • QFE 5395 – Independent Study
  • QFE 5390A – International Economics

Tentative Dates

(dates are subject to change)

  • Arrival in London: May 26, 2025
  • First Day of Classes Abroad: May 27, 2025 
  • Last Day of Classes Abroad: June 27, 2025
  • Return From Program: June 28, 2025

Expected Cost

$6,140

Cost is tentative and subject to change.

Cost includes:

  • Tuition and fees for six credit hours
  • Lodging in London in Zones 1 or 2
  • Scheduled business visits
  • Visit to Bath and Stonehenge
  • Three weeks Oyster card (public transport) Zones 1 and 2
  • Medical insurance during the program

Cost does not include:

  • Flights to and from London
  • Personal excursions and expenses
  • Passport application fees
  • Textbooks
  • Meals

London, England
Program Contact

Dr. Janet Payne
Department of Finance and Economics
jpayne@txstate.edu

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