Global Policy (M.A.)

About

The MA Global Policy degree is a two-year Master’s program consisting of 33 credits that is open to students with a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. An undergraduate international policy degree is not essential for admission. SPIA is much more concerned with an applicant’s capacity for graduate study, demonstrated by the quality of previous academic work and professional experience, and their commitment to an international career. However, applicants must exhibit research ability, have a strong foundation in economics, and demonstrate competence in a second language. Students may choose a concentration in either Environmental Policy, Security and Foreign Policy, Trade and Commerce, or Climate Policy.

Program Highlights

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Requirements

The courses below must be completed with a grade of B or better. Applicants without the required background may be accepted provisionally while meeting the prerequisites. The admissions committee will consider waiving prerequisites for applicants with work experience that provides the equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the program.

  • Introductory Microeconomics and Macroeconomics (equivalent to UMaine’s ECO 120 and ECO 121)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in a second language before graduation from SPIA (at least one university course at the 300 level, or demonstration of spoken and written language competency)

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Graduates will be able to evaluate and critique the major trends, debates, and forces that shape international relations and the process of economic and political integration while describing how these contributions intersect with policy management in their chosen field of expertise. (GSLG 1, 2 and 3)
  • Graduates will be able to devise and execute policy-oriented research utilizing appropriate methods and tools and formulate recommendations to address practical global problems. (GSLG 1 and 3)
  • Graduates will be able to communicate effectively through written essays and briefing memos, data visualization, and oral presentations to diverse stakeholders and specific purposes. (GSLG 1 and 2)
  • Graduates will be able to demonstrate responsible and ethical decision-making skills. They will examine their values and respectfully engage with how different perspectives and value systems might be applied to address complex global problems. (GSLG 3)
  • Graduates will be able to demonstrate knowledge of and respect for the range of public service work. They will act with a sense of purpose toward the public interest, environment, and global society. (GSLG 2)

Careers

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At a Glance

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

School of Policy & International Affairs


Degree Level

Master’s

Degree Earned

Master of Arts in Global Policy

Concentrations

Trade & Commerce

Climate Policy

Environmental Policy

Security & Foreign Policy

Mode of Study

In-Person

time to Complete Degree

33 Credits

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

School of Policy & International Affairs


Degree Level

Master’s

Degree Earned

Master of Arts in Global Policy

Concentrations

Trade & Commerce

Climate Policy

Environmental Policy

Security & Foreign Policy

Mode of Study

In-Person

time to Complete Degree

33 Credits

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Contact

School of Policy & International Affairs

James Settele

Boudreau Hall, Room 125

umaine.edu/las/school-of-policy-international-affairs/

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207.581.1835

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5775 Stodder Hall

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P

207.581.3291