Online & Executive Programs

A graduate degree for you, wherever you are in the world

The School of International Service is a pioneer in international relations online degrees that provide maximum flexibility alongside maximum quality and academic rigor. Our flagship Master of International Relations (MAIR) will jumpstart your career. Our innovative and flexible Master of International Service (MIS) is available either on-campus or online, and it gives mid-career professionals the chance to leverage their years of experience into a degree that will move them up the ladder of success. Finally, our Master of International Relations and Business (MIRB) is created for policy-minded business professionals to want to have global impact.

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Our Programs

Choose from three different programs across two different modalities for maximum flexibility and a degree that will enhance your career immeasurably.

MA in International Relations (online)

International Relations Online offers you a foundation in the international relations field and the chance to gain specialized expertise through concentrations in global security, international development, international negotiation and conflict resolution, and U.S. foreign policy and national security. Classes are delivered to you on an engaging learning platform—wherever you are located around the globe—and combine self-paced content with live virtual class sessions. No other highly ranked program offers a comparable online master’s degree in international relations

Master of International Service (on-campus and online)

The MIS degree is designed for experienced professionals and practitioners with at least seven years of relevant professional experience. The program places emphasis on decision-making, strategic communication, leading multicultural workforces, and change and crisis management. Additionally, you will be offered a wide variety of possible concentrations in fields such as foreign and security policy, peace and conflict resolution, international negotiation, and international development. Most course offerings are available after business hours to accommodate the needs of part-time students. Both on-campus and online options are available.

MS in International Relations and Business (online)

Offered jointly with the Kogod School of Business, the MS in International Relations and Business equips students with the skills to navigate complex business environments across borders and cultures to produce effective outcomes. Combining foundational knowledge in both business and international affairs, the program is delivered online to meet the needs of part-time students.

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