Global Perspectives - Learn about different regions and cultures of the world and the political challenges they face by studying under leaders in the field.

Practical Solutions - Discuss case studies and speak with leaders from different contexts to explore how complex political problems are solved.

Group Problem Solving - Work in groups with an external organization, and under the supervision, to propose solutions to real-world problems.

Expanding Networks - Make new connections through the taskforce project, meet political leaders from different countries, engage alumni and encourage them to return to campus for lifelong learning.

Government and Policy Making - Gain a deeper understanding of complex political problems to create more effective policies

International Organizations - Develop a stronger foundation in international institutions and how they relate to government organizations

Multinational Corporations - Learn how to more effectively navigate government bureaucracy and sensitively navigate business/government relations

Media and Journalism - Produce in-depth yet nuanced stories based on a richer understanding of the topics written about

Academic and Research Institutions - Conduct technically advanced studies on topics and be exposed to cutting edge research in the field

The proposed programme leading to the MSc requires students to complete 10 courses (or 40 units).

• Three required courses (4-units each) (i.e. 2 taskforce courses and a methods course)
• Seven elective courses (4-units each) from the two specialization themes. Four of the seven electives must be from one theme.

The two taskforce courses and the research methods course will ensure that each student meets with their group, supervisor, and external organization throughout the two semesters of the programme. The methods course ensures students take a technical course that provides them with the technical skills to read, analyze, and produce high-level research.

Core/Essential Courses