2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

Global Affairs, MA


Banner Code: LA-MA-GLOA

Web: globalaffairs.gmu.edu

The master of arts in global affairs is an interdisciplinary program offering students the opportunity to engage in advanced study of a broad range of international global issues. Students complete a core curriculum that provides the knowledge and skills to think and act globally and then select a specialization. The possible specializations reflect the strengths of George Mason in the global arena including global economics and development, international management, international education, international health. They include courses offered by academic departments across the university. All students in the program take part in a residency abroad, typically two weeks in duration, and complete a capstone seminar or thesis. Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in a wide variety of international contexts.

This program of study is offered by the Global Affairs Program .

For policies governing all graduate degrees, see the Academic Policies  chapter of the catalog.

Application Requirements


Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission  chapter of this catalog. For information specific to the MA in global affairs, see Application Requirements and Deadlines on the departmental web site.

Degree Requirements


Students who wish to study abroad may not use more than 3 credits towards their specialization and must receive approval prior to studying abroad.  Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average with no more than 2 grades below B.  Students pursuing this degree must complete 30 credits distributed as follows: 

Four courses (12 credits) in a specialization


The specialization is developed in consultation with your advisor with the courses selected from the list below.  You may design your own specialization with the approval of your advisor.

Specializations


One capstone seminar (3 credits):


Total: 30 credits