IPSS is a rigorous and rich learning experience. In addition to the professional component, students engage in extensive pre-departure preparation, an independent research project, and a capstone seminar at the end of the six month program. IPSS is a 12-credit course. In order to receive credit, participants must complete all aspects of the academic requirements.
- Research on the assigned organization and relevant policy issues
- Development of Terms of Reference (TOR) for a junior staff position with the organization, in consultation with the IPSS Administration
- Development of a research proposal, in collaboration with a GSIPS faculty mentor and the supervisor at the assigned organization
- IPSS 2008 workshops and one-hour sessions will be held on the Monterey Institute campus. The workshops are designed to prepare participating students to work as professionals at assigned organizations. Topics covered include: the role of organizations, organizational theory, organizational partnering, gender mainstreaming, conflict resolution, and cross-cultural communication. The workshop also offers opportunities for students to gain valuable skills in negotiations and diplomacy, and teambuilding.
- Workshop I: Organizational Behavior and Assessment; Partnering, IGOs, & NGOs; and Networking & the Language of Diplomacy (October 2007 - Completed)
- Workshop II: Observables and Cluster Group Presentations; Research Design; and Final Preparations
*Times, dates, and topics are subject to change. Please contact ipssinfo@miis.edu for more information.
- The main academic component of the program is a major research project completed while on assignment. This project will be evaluated by a GSIPS faculty mentor or CNS staff member.
- All IPSS students return to the Monterey Institute upon completion of their assignments for a two-week capstone seminar in which students compile a comprehensive report to be presented to Monterey Institute faculty, staff and students. The capstone seminar for IPSS 2008 fellows will be held August 14-21, 2008.
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For additional information about the IPSS program, please contact:
Sabrina Atwater, Career and Special Programs Director
Carolyn Taylor, Special Programs Manager
Dave Moorer and Bridget Nuxoll, Program Coordinators
ipssinfo@miis.edu
(831) 647-6417
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