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Graduate School Forum Showcase

At the Inflection Point

Global networks, alliances, and partnerships are being challenged like never before. The liberal international order has been called into question, and decades-long alliances have shifted towards new configurations.


Introduction by Michelle Reddy
Executive Director, Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)

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American University

School of International Service (SIS)

The School of International Service (SIS) is a top-10 school of international affairs based in Washington, DC. We prepare students to build successful careers of impact in government, nonprofits, and the private sector. Since our founding in 1957...

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Arizona State University

Thunderbird School of Global Management

As the premier institution for global leadership and management education, Thunderbird is more than just a school—it is a dynamic global network of leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, and intrapreneurs spanning both the private and public sectors. For nearly 80 years...

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Columbia University

School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA)

As the world’s top school of global public policy, SIPA prepare students for senior policy and management positions in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors

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Diplomatische Akademie Wien

Vienna School of International Studies

Diplomatische Akademie Wien (DA) - Vienna School of International Studies is a postgraduate professional school, dedicated to preparing talented university and college graduates for international careers and positions of leadership in the international arena. Its unique teaching philosophy is built on five pillars...

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Duke University

Sanford School of Public Policy

At Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy, one of the nation’s top-ranked policy schools, students are part of a globally connected, forward-looking community committed to reimagining public service in an era of rapid policy change. Through four distinctive master’s programs...

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Fordham University

Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development (Fordham IPED)

Fordham University's Masters in International Political Economy and Development (Fordham IPED) is internationally known for its academic excellence. Consistently more than half of our graduates routinely win distinguished awards such as Fulbright...

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George Washington University

Elliott School of International Affairs

The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs is one of the world’s leading schools of international affairs. Located in the heart of Washington, DC, its mission is to educate the next generation of international...

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Georgetown University

School of Foreign Service (SFS)

For more than a century, Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service has prepared leaders who shape the global order. As the nation's oldest school of international affairs, SFS offers a strong foundation in global policy, diplomacy and leadership and an alumni network unparalleled in the field. Here, you’ll pursue your degree...

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Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

HKUST Business School

The HKUST MBA program is designed for professionals seeking to lead with confidence in a fast-changing global business environment. Located in Hong Kong...

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IE University

School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs

IE University promotes positive change through education, research, and innovation. The academic institution offers a technology-based learning ecosystem for leaders who make a difference in the world with global vision, an entrepreneurial mindset...

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Indiana University

Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies

At the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, we prepare the next generation of global leaders to address the world’s challenges and to understand their origins, contexts, and consequences. Our programs blend...

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Indiana University Bloomington

Master of International Affairs

Whether you’re a future diplomat, business executive, or NGO leader, the Master of International Affairs (MIA) program at Indiana University will prepare you for a wide array of career opportunities in

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Johns Hopkins University

School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)

Students come to Johns Hopkins School of Advanced international Studies (SAIS) to acquire the skills, knowledge, and experiences they need to change the world. SAIS students are passionate about solving humanity’s biggest challenges. They know their work must begin with a deep and nuanced understanding of our interconnected world...

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Middlebury Institute of International Studies

A Graduate School of Middlebury College

Get the skills you need for a rewarding career with an online or on-site master’s degree from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies—a graduate school of Middlebury College. We are a training ground for developing and implementing practical solutions...

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Northwestern University

MA in Public Policy & Administration

Most graduate programs in public policy require students to choose between the analytical and the administrative sides of the discipline. Northwestern University’s MA in Public Policy and Administration (MPPA) program encompasses both...

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Penn State University

School of International Affairs

Prepare for your career as a global leader in a complex world with our professional, hands-on, customizable, and interdisciplinary Master of International Affairs degree. The Penn State School of International Affairs (SIA) is uniquely situated to provide an innovative education for the next generation of global leaders. Our Master of International Affairs degree...

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Rice University

Master of Global Affairs

Rice University’s Master of Global Affairs is a two-year Master of Arts degree co-sponsored by the James A. Baker, III Institute for Public Policy and the School of Social Sciences. Students complete

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Ritsumeikan University

Graduate School of International Relations

The Graduate School of International Relations (GSIR) at Ritsumeikan University was established in 1992, and now has a history reaching back quarter of a century. GSIR is proud of being the only full member of APSIA (Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs) in Japan, and challenges to establish...

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Seton Hall University

School of Diplomacy and International Relations

The School of Diplomacy and International Relations at Seton Hall University prepares students from around the world to become leaders in a global society. We are a welcoming international community of students working closely with...

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Stanford University

Ford Dorsey Master’s in International Policy

The Ford Dorsey Master’s in International Policy (MIP) trains leaders who will influence policy in political and economic development, cyber policy, international security, energy and the environment. In a two-year course of study, the MIP program combines a rigorous scholarly focus with...

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Syracuse University

Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

Fuel your passion for the public good and prepare to drive change with Syracuse University’s professional graduate programs offered by the #1-ranked Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. With specialized career tracks, skills-based curriculum, and campuses in Syracuse and Washington, D.C., Maxwell's...

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Texas A&M University

The Bush School of Government and Public Service

Prepare for Public Service. Texas A&M University prepares students for careers that impact society, with the Bush School of Government and Public Service offering degrees in three locations: College Station, TX; online; and in Washington, DC. Our main campus offers...

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Tufts University

The Fletcher School

At The Fletcher School, we empower students to turn aspiration into action. Through an interdisciplinary education that blends academic rigor with hands-on, field-based experience, Fletcher prepares you to tackle the world's most complex global challenges...

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UC San Diego

School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS)

The UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) combines expertise on policy, economics and strategy in a Pacific and global context. Leveraging UC San Diego’s renowned

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University of Denver

Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs

Located in vibrant Denver, Colorado, the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs at the University of Denver offers a forward-thinking approach to education. As a top-ranked graduate school and an R1 research institution, Korbel...

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University of New Hampshire

Master of Science in National Security Intelligence Analysis

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) invites you to advance your career in national security with our online Master of Science in National Security Intelligence Analysis

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University of Washington

Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies

Through its commitment to interdisciplinary and comparative teaching of the world’s regions, cultures and languages, the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of

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