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Maxim Nikitin

  • Tenured Professor (2009)
  • Maxim Nikitin has been at HSE University since 2006.

Responsibilities

ICEF research capacity development

Education and Degrees

  • 1999

    PhD in Economics
    University of Pittsburgh

  • 1999

    Doctoral programme in Economics
    University of Pittsburgh

  • 1993

    Master's in Economics
    European University Institute in Florence

  • 1990

    Candidate of Sciences* (PhD) in Economics
    Lomonosov Moscow State University

  • 1987

    Degree in Economic Planning
    Lomonosov Moscow State University

  • 1987

    Degree in Economics
    Lomonosov Moscow State University

* Candidate of Sciences
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) 2011, Candidate of Sciences belongs to ISCED level 8 - "doctoral or equivalent", together with PhD, DPhil, D.Lit, D.Sc, LL.D, Doctorate or similar. Candidate of Sciences allows its holders to reach the level of the Associate Professor.

Professional Interests

Awards and Accomplishments

Member of ICEF IAC

Courses (2023/2024)

Courses (2021/2022)

Courses (2019/2020)

Courses (2018/2019)

Editorial board membership

2006: Member of the Editorial Board, Российский экономический журнал.

Participation in conferences

 

HSE Conferences

  • XIII Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2012, "Liability and Disputes under Third-Party Financing of Litigation"
  • XII Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2011, "Double contagion: The impact of globalization and exchange rate regime on financial Fragility"
  • XI Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2010, "Pre-trial Bargaining and Litigation Outcomes: The Role of Self-Serving Bias", "Settlement and Litigation under Divergent Beliefs."
  • X Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2009, "Bank Spreads and Business Cycles ". 
  • IX Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2008
  • VIII Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2007  
  • VII Annual Scientific Conference of the SU-HSE (Moscow, Russia), April, 2006
  • International Conferences
  • LBS (30/05/2014) London (paper presentation at research seminar)
  • University of Belgrad conference (19/09/2012) Serbia
  • The 22nd Stony Brook Game Festival of the Game Theory Society. (Groan Brook, USA). Paper: "Playing against an Apparent Opponent: Liability and Litigation under Self-Serving Bias".
  • National Bank of Serbia, Invited presentation, Belgrade, Serbia, November 2010
  • Rimini Conference on Economics and Finance, Rimini, Italy, June 2010, "The Impact of Globalization and Exchange Rate Regime on Financial Fragility."
  • Midwest Macroeconomics Meetings, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA, April-May 2010
  • Missouri Economics Conference, Columbia, MO, March 2010
  • Первый Российский экономический конгресс, Москва, декабрь 2009, "Bank Spreads and Business Cycles".
  • Eastern Finance Association Annual Meeting, New Orleans, USA, April 18 – 21, 2007
  • National Bank of 17-th International Conference on Game Theory, Stony Brook, NY, USA, July, 2006
  • ASSET 2006 Annual Meeting at Universidade Catolica Portuguesa, November, 2006
  • Midwest Macroeconomics Meetings, Washington University, Saint Louis, MO, USA, May, 2006
  • Conference on Open Macroeconomics and Development. Aix en Provence, France, April, 2006
  • European Economic Association Meetings, Amsterdam, Holland, August, 2005

Publications20

Timetable for today

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ICEF, a Place That Feels Good To Come Back To

For the graduates, faculty, staff and management of ICEF, the grand Pre-Christmas Meeting has become an indispensable part of New Year celebrations. A traditions established by ICEF over the years of its existence, it turns ICEF into an attractive place where the nation’s young leaders of finance, real economy and IT industry meet for a festive get-together.

From Economic Thinking to Complex Case Solving: ICEF Academia Enters New Season

ChatGPT is unrivaled when it comes to academic paper screening, a routine it performs just seamlessly. But plodding away at routine is not what economists are valued for in the first place. It’s their economic thinking, soft skills, and ability to solve cases even with little verified data at hand. In their recently held opening session 2023, the managers, faculty and students of ICEF Academia spoke about how to gain these qualities and where they are needed most.

MSc Financial Economics Welcomes Its Incoming Class

ICEF’s MSc programme hosted the official welcome to its incoming class, where the students met with faculty and community leaders and were able to talk in a casual setting.

ICEF MSc Programme in Financial Economics: Today and Tomorrow

The Master’s in Financial Economics at the International College of Economics and Finance (ICEF) provides students with a solid theoretical foundation in economics and finance while teaching hands-on skills under the guidance of experts from academia and industry. With the 2022/23 academic year now over, faculty reflect on the programme’s successes and future prospects.

"Previous Background is What Matters Least”: ICEF Open Day Welcomes Prospective Master’s Students

At MSc Financial Economics Open Day, prospective applicants were able to learn more about how the programme sets itself apart from its counterparts, how to enroll, and what level of math and language training it expects from applicants. Invited to speak were also programme graduates. They spoke about things that help kick-start careers in banking and consulting.

Master’s Programme in Financial Economics Welcomes New Students

ICEF team of Master’s Programme in Financial Economics has welcomed its new cohort of students at the Freshers' Day – the opportunity for students to meet their teachers, programme counsellors and seniors in an informal setting to learn what to expect from their years as students.

"ICEF can benefit your life by giving useful contacts": graduates’ message to prospective students

At the recently held Open Day, the team of Master of Financial Economics Programme walked prospective students through details of the learning process and admission. Their talk was followed by Q&A session with alumni and Career Services that gave more information about what students can do with their degree and what academic opportunities can be available for them.

"Studying at LUISS is a good test to see how committed you are"

Andrei Lukyanov enrolled in ICEF Master of Financial Economicsprogramme in 2019. In his second year, Andrei went to LUISS University in Rome as a double degree student. Currently a financial analyst at TAU Group, the Italian-Russian engineering startup, Andrei speaks on how to prepare for the career as a quant, the opportunities that come with studying abroad, and what duties the financial experts have in e-mobility.

HSE offers the best finance programme for foreign students in Russia

Lin Yang entered ICEF Master’s Programme in Financial Economics after completing his bachelor in the United States, and believes that Russia provides unrivalled rigorous mathematical training. Lin currently serves as Investment Director of Eurasia Region at China Railway Construction Corporation International Investment Group. He talked about the features of Liberal Arts colleges, how neurosciences help in financial forecasting, and how the ICEF alumni community is useful for work.

ICEF graduation ceremony hosted by HSE Cultures Centre

ICEF hosted its first in-person graduation ceremony since the pandemic led to restrictions. Diplomas were awarded to two classes. Hosted by HSE Cultures Centre, the day-long ceremony unfolded in sessions, one for Bachelor’s students and one for Master’s. Congratulating graduands were the faculty of ICEF HSE and professors of the University of London (LU) and the London School of Economics (LSE).

Five HSE University’s Master’s Programmes Consistently Appear in QS Business Masters Ranking

For the second year in a row, five HSE University master’s programmes have appeared in the QS Business Masters ranking. Moreover, the programmes in International Business and Financial Economics have improved their positions in the Top 100 of the ranking.

'I was lucky enough to discover my vocation thanks to the fellowship of ICEF graduates'

Arturs Meskovskis enrolled in ICEF Master’s Programme in 2013 after earning his bachelor’s degree from the Stockholm School of Economics (Riga). Currently a quantitative analyst on XVA team at MUFG Office in London, Arturs shares how to find a perfect master’s program at the confluence of STEM and finance, how learners can benefit from ICEF’s family-like community, what quants typically work with, and where a financial industry expert can learn data science.How I developed a passion for economics

“ICEF students gain access to excellent job opportunities long before graduation”

Alexander Nosov, who is in his second year of Master's in Financial Economics programme, shares what he likes most about his studies, what career networking opportunities are available at ICEF, what makes summer internships a useful experience, and what secrets are unveiled by the alumni when they meet students.

“ICEF students gain access to excellent job opportunities long before graduation”

Alexander Nosov, who is in his second year of Master's in Financial Economics programme, shares what he likes most about his studies, what career networking opportunities are available at ICEF, what makes summer internships a useful experience, and what secrets are unveiled by the alumni when they meet students.

HSE University Graduates Share Their Thoughts on Working Abroad

At a recent webinar of the Master’s programme ‘Financial Economics’, held at ICEF (International College of Economics and Finance), presenters explained why the programme is unique and what sort of career prospects are open to alumni. Graduates of the programme, working at major global companies, shared their personal experiences, spoke about the key benefits of training and gave valuable advice to those preparing to work in international companies.

ICEF Graduates Share Their Thoughts on Working Abroad

At a recent webinar of the Master’s programme ‘Financial Economics’, held at ICEF (International College of Economics and Finance), presenters explained why the programme is unique and what sort of career prospects are open to alumni. Graduates of the programme, working at major global companies, shared their personal experiences, spoke about the key benefits of training and gave valuable advice to those preparing to work in international companies.

ICEF Master's Programme Included in Top-100 of QS Business Masters Rankings

MSc in Financial Economics, offered by ICEF, has been ranked 89th out of 166 programmes. In total, five HSE programmes were included in the QS Business Rankings this year.

Five HSE Master's Programmes Included in Top 100 of QS Business Masters Rankings

This year, the Master’s Programme ‘Strategic Management in Logistics’, offered by the HSE Graduate School of Business, ranked 34th in the Supply Chain Management Programme ranking, a new addition to the QS Business Masters Rankings. This is the fifth HSE programme to be included the QS Business Rankings. Four others have ranked among the top 100 for several years now.

We Forecast a Severe Global Recession

ICEF held a round table on Global Economy Challenges in 2020. Mr Thanassis Gontikas, Senior Vice-President of Edmond de Rothschild Bank (EdR) in Switzerland, was invited as a speaker.

‘Successful Admissions Is the Result of Daily Work over Several Years’

Academic Supervisors of HSE programmes have been awarded bonuses for activities contributing to the university’s development. Active attraction of international students to HSE has become one of the assessment criteria.

ICEF Education: Focusing on Internationalisation at Home

Academic Heads of the ICEF undegraduate and graduate programmes kindly share the unique features and advantages of ICEF study programmes for students.

ICEF Master’s Programme: 10 Years of Success

The ICEF Master’s Programme in Financial Economics, which was launched in September 2007 with the support of several Russian and international corporate donors, turns 10 this year. Below, the programme’s Academic Supervisor Maksim Nikitin discusses some of the achievements the programme has made over the last decade, as well as some of the changes that will be implemented over the next academic year.

ICEF Master’s Programme: Financial Experts Today

On November 13, 2016, the Master’s Programme in Financial Economics will hold an Open House. Maksim Nikitin, Academic Supervisor of the programme, spoke to the HSE News Service about who contemporary financial experts are and where ICEF Master’s graduates find jobs today.

HSE Researchers Receive Gaidar Award for Young Economists

HSE Professors Alexander Tarasov and Roman Zakharenko have received the Gaidar Award for Young Economists for their article on the connection between trade costs and defense spending. A special award also went to the paper ‘Bad News: An Experimental Study on the Informational Effects of Rewards,’ whose authors include HSE Associate Professor Anton Suvorov. 

‘Our Key Advantage is the International Nature of the Programme and Unique Combination of Theory and Practice’

Master’s programme in Financial Economics of HSE’s International College of Economics and Finance is taught entirely in English and strives to attract applicants who are interested in macro and microeconomics, corporate finance, and econometrics. Maxim Nikitin, the head of the programme has talked to HSE News Service about the programme.

‘Our Programme Keeps Developing!’

Maxim Nikitin, HSE Professor and Academic Supervisor of the ICEF Masters Programme in Financial Economics, tells us about the programme’s achievements and innovations, about its intake procedure in 2015, and about the 2014 and 2015 graduates.

From My Point of View, That Was the Best Outcome

Artem Neklyudov, ICEF BSc Graduate 2007, last year completed his PhD in finance at Carnegie Mellon university. In this interview he talks about what influenced his decision to become an academic, how to find work after graduating, and why research involves teamwork.

‘Changing Europe’ In Moscow

From August 1st – 5th, an international Summer School on East-European studies took place at the Higher School of Economics. This time, participants discussed the influence of the global economic crisis on the politics and economies of Central and Eastern European countries.