MA in Public Policy & International Affairs

Course details

Students who earn a master’s degree in public policy and international affairs will be able to participate in and analyze the policy process in the Arab region within the global context.

Students will also be able to raise awareness about public policy and international problems; assess the quantity and quality of policy relevant data and theories; advance the capacity, accountability, and responsiveness of public actors; and promote sound public policies that are informed by evidence.

• On successful completion of this interdisciplinary course of study, students will be able to::
• Explain fundamental theories and processes of public policy and international affairs;
• Apply techniques and methodologiesin public and international policy research;
• (Analysis) critically analyze key policy and international affairs issues;
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills in public and international policy arenas;
• Formulate domestic and international public policy alternatives and arguments;
• Critically appraise the validity and limitations of domestic and international public policy theories and arguments.

Admission Requirements:

Admission requirements to the program will follow AUB Graduate Studies Policies. Bachelor degree holders from relevant fields of study are eligible to apply for admission into the program. Remedial courses may be needed for students as would be recommended by the Program. Students should have a GPA of at least 3.0 or 80 and good recommendations to be considered for regular admission into the program. . Students with GPA above 75 and below 80 are considered for admission on probation. A strong academic record in relevant fields, reference letters, a letter of intent, and a thoughtful personal statement will all be evaluated closely for entry into the program. Moreover, a minimum of one-year work experience is strongly recommended, and more is encouraged. It should further be noted that the MPPIA program seeks to foster a diverse group of students who come from different professional/social backgrounds and disciplines, and will take this under consideration (where relevant) when reviewing applicants’ files. Two to three pre-requisites (such as introductory classes in public administration, political science and economics) will be required for applicants who have a technical or natural scientific background, and thus have little or no relevant coursework in fields related to public policy and/or international affairs. However, the requirement for prerequisites, particularly for more experienced applicants, may be waived at the discretion of the MPPIA Admissions Committee.