New International Relations Program Makes Unique Contribution
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International Relations Program Makes Unique Contribution
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of EventsFor years, UMass Boston’s Master of Science in Public Affairs (MSPA) program has catered to individuals interested in beginning or furthering public sector careers in New England. Now, in cooperation with other graduate-level programs, the MSPA is opening a new International Relations (IR) track for students interested in an international focus.
Edmund Beard of the McCormack Institute says, “The IR program makes a unique contribution to UMass Boston, both in its international orientation and its intent to work closely with other graduate programs.”
The first semester introduces the theories, concepts, and contemporary political issues of IR. The second semester covers the global political economy, globalization, and economic development. Students also have an opportunity to study a particular world region. Second year IR students can specialize in areas of particular interest such as regional integration, geographic information systems, dispute resolution, or economic development.
The program also attracts foreign students aspiring to solve problems in their homelands. Beard says, “This program directly advances our oft-stated goals of promoting diversity and developing an international orientation.”
IR students are the international government officials, business people, and economic development and dispute resolution specialists of tomorrow.
- Josh Brown