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Sample Curriculum

Program Description | Sample Curriculum | Portfolio Requirement


Master of Arts in International Policy Studies
Specialization: International Negotiation


1st Semester: 16 Credits
IP 501 Introduction to Public Policy, 2 credits
IP 502 Public Policy Research Methods, 2 credits
IP 505 Global Politics, 4 credits
IP 529 Introduction to Conflict Resolution, 4 credits
Advanced Second Language, 4 credits

2nd Semester: 14 Credits
IP 504 Data Analysis for Public Policy, 2 credits
IP 520 International Economics, 4 credits

IP 563 International Law, 4 credits
Advanced Second Language, 4 credits

3rd Semester: 15 Credits
IP 522 Rethinking Human Rights, 4 credits
IP 562 Psychology of Inter-cultural Conflict, 3 credits
IP 664 Seminar: Transitional Justice, 4 credits
Advanced Second Language, 4 credits

4th Semester: 15 Credits
IP 544 Democracy in the Greater Middle East, 3 credits
IP 561 Nonproliferation Orgs and Regimes, 2 credits
IP 617 Seminar: Ethics and Force, 4 credits
IP 682 Seminar: Non-State Actors and Conflict Resolution, 4 credits
WKS 528 Conflict Resolution in South Africa, 1 credit
WKS 566 Mediation Training, 1 credit
Master's Portfolio and Exit Interview (Non-credit requirement)

Total Credits for the Master of Arts Program: 60 (up to 64 Credits are allowed)

  • A minimum number of 60 credits are required for graduation.
  • Italicized courses denote required core IPS courses.
  • Workshop topics vary with each semester.
  • Students may also take a Directed Study course centered around their personal interests and focus.
  • Students considering the International Professional Service Semester (IPSS) - Please confirm with your advisor as to how this will impact your schedule.

Please Note: This is for review purposes only. Your actual curriculum may vary depending upon your Specialization’s requirements and offerings during enrollment. Please refer to the program description page to view Specialization requirements.

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