International Studies, MA

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The program provides a comprehensive perspective on international issues, including globalization, development, peace and conflict, regional problems, human rights and international law that prepares students for careers in international affairs, including non-governmental organizations, foreign service, and international organizations.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Arts in International Studies program, students will be able to:

Understand the major structural, cultural, and relational shifts that have emerged in response to globalization from a variety of disciplinary perspectives, with a special emphasis on non-state actors.
Identify key organizations, institutions, and global and regional norms and how they interact with sub-state forces to shape policy, advocacy, and social movements.
Develop an understanding of the diverse aspects of global civil society and the political, economic, legal, environmental, social and cultural forces that are shaping contemporary global issues through the local-global connection.
Demonstrate an ability to critically engage categories of cultural difference and diversity and evaluate their influence on contemporary phenomenon.
Utilize mixed research methodologies, an interdisciplinary perspective, and community engagement skills to analyze key issues in international studies.