Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (RANEPA)

Overview

The Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (RANEPA) is one of the largest and most prestigious educational institutions in Russia, particularly renowned for its programs in public administration, economics, law, and business management. Established in 2010 through the merger of several leading academies, RANEPA operates under the President of the Russian Federation and plays a key role in training government officials, civil servants, and future leaders of the country.

Headquartered in Moscow, RANEPA has a vast network of regional campuses and branches throughout Russia, serving over 200,000 students across various formats. It offers a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and executive education programs, including MBA and EMBA degrees. Many programs are conducted in collaboration with top international universities and are available in both Russian and English.

RANEPA is especially known for its School of Public Policy and Management, the Institute of Business Studies, and its international partnerships with institutions like the London School of Economics, Sciences Po, and Harvard Kennedy School. The academy hosts the Gaidar Forum, one of Russia’s major international platforms for discussing economics and policy.