The MA in Global Governance, Politics, and Security: Quantitative Economic聽Methods (GGPS:QEM) degree requires聽36 credit hours聽of graduate coursework, including a capstone, that can be completed in聽two years (full-time). Students聽complete an advanced series of courses in economics and quantitative methods. You will learn to apply these economic and statistical tools by also studying the foundations of global politics and choosing a second specialization in Global Security; Multilateral Diplomacy & Global Governance; State, Society & Politics; or International Economic Policy.聽This flexibility ensures students can tailor their program of study to their career goals and the needs of the international affairs workforce.聽Finally, students will complete their degree with either a practicum, substantial research paper, or thesis.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I apply, and when are the application deadlines?
Your application date depends on which semester you want to begin taking classes and whether you are a domestic or international student.
Application deadlines for an GGPS:QEM are as follows:
- Fall semester: January 15
- Spring semester: October 1
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Missed a deadline but still interested in applying? Email the SIS Graduate Admissions office.
Where will a degree in Global Governance, Politics, and Security: Quantitative Economic Methods take me?
The GGPS:QEM program prepares graduates for careers in US and foreign government agencies, regional and multilateral organizations, financial and other multinational corporations, trade associations, regulatory authorities, think-tanks, and international consulting firms.
Our graduates聽have found rewarding careers in governmental organizations that include the US Commerce Department, European Central Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, International Monetary Fund, US State Department, US Treasury Department , World Bank, and private-sector firms such as AIG, Booz Allen Hamilton, Chemonics, Credit Suisse, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, IBM, S&P Global, Summit Consulting, and Wells Fargo Bank.
Looking for more information or help? SIS has a dedicated career development center to assist current students and alumni.
Is there financial assistance available?
The School of International Service offers merit-based aid in the form of scholarships and fellowships at the time of admission. SIS also has partnerships with a number of organizations, like the Peace Corps and Pickering Fellowship, which provide qualified individuals with funding.
Financial aid information for prospective students
Need-based aid is managed centrally by 17吃瓜在线聽and generally takes the form of a federal low-interest loan package.
Federal loan and work study information for graduate students
Still have questions? Send us an email with program-specific questions at pge@american.edu