MS in International Relations and Business
The skills-based MS in International Relations and Business curriculum is designed to promote an advanced understanding of how the global economy, policy environment, and business strategy function collectively.
Through weekly online class sessions and coursework, students explore how international commerce and cultural differences factor into business decisions within the global economy.
Earn your degree—and advance your career—on your terms. Full-time students graduate in 18 months or 24 months part-time.
Online learning is supplemented with an in-person immersion experience in a global business hub and a culminating capstone project.
Why get an MS in International Relations and Business at Kogod?
Global Immersion Experience
Students gain global exposure during an in-person immersion experience in an international business hub. The immersion allows students to witness global business in action and learn about multinational corporations. Immersion themes and site visits vary by location.
During the immersion, students:- Collaborate with classmates on group projects.
- Visit businesses and organizations.
- Explore the culture of the host city.
Connections in the Nation's Policy Hub
MS in International Relations and Business students benefit from the flexibility of an online program while still being able to take advantage of American University’s location in Washington, DC—home to some of the world’s most prominent international organizations.
After graduation, students join the extensive alumni network from both the Kogod School of Business and the School of International Service. Our dedicated career services team helps connect students with local and global organizations as well as with alumni who work at top organizations worldwide.
Our Approach to Learning: Practice Makes Perfect
Throughout the online program, students will have the opportunity to gain real-life experience working for a DC-based company that aligns with their career goals. Working virtually as pro-bono consultants, students develop close relationships with local companies to help them grow and adapt to changing markets while building key skills that will give them a leg up in the job market.
This past spring and summer, six groups of students—from first-year undergraduates to second-year MBA students—worked alongside six growing small businesses in the DC area through the Kogod in Practice initiative to help these companies solve real business problems. Learn more about their experience in the initiative and how they produced results for their clients in our article here.
Career-Advancing International Business Skills
The online master’s in international relations and business program is designed to provide professionals in business, foreign policy, and nonprofit fields with practical business strategies to help their organizations make effective multinational decisions and navigate the global economy. Those with a business background will learn to apply skills with an understanding of international cultures and contexts. In contrast, international affairs professionals will learn to approach issues from a business perspective.
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Master's in International Relations and Business
By pursuing a Master's in International Relations and Business, students can gain a unique perspective on how to apply their business skills to a global context. This program is ideal for those who want to expand their career opportunities beyond their home country and work on a global scale. Students will learn about the intricacies of international trade, diplomacy, and the global economy. They will also develop a deep understanding of cultural differences and how they affect business practices. With this knowledge, graduates will be well-equipped to work on international assignments, negotiate with foreign partners, and even influence global policy. The program's emphasis on international relations and business will give students a competitive edge and prepare them for a successful career in the global marketplace.Kogod has a profound purpose of making its students masters in real-world experience."
Komi Koffi
MS in Analytics Alumn '21
A collaboration between two AU Schools
Designed in partnership between the top-ranked School of International Service and the AACSB-accredited Kogod School of Business, the MS in International Relations and Business program features a curriculum that focuses on the intersection of business, foreign policy, and international affairs.
Capstone Project
Not only will you benefit from online learning, but you'll also have the chance to experience a global business hub in person and complete a capstone project that ties everything together.
Washington, DC
By studying in the nation's capital, you will have access to invaluable networking and professional opportunities. Whether you're interested in large corporations, government agencies, or the nonprofit world, DC offers a wealth of possibilities for your career.
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Using the skills learned in the program, students graduate ready to effectively lead teams from all over the world and manage across cultures, languages, and geopolitical challenges to make a global impact.
Graduates of the program can work:
- Business Policy
- Consulting
- Foreign Commercial Service
- Foreign Commercial Policy
- Nonprofits
- Government
- Management
You'll have mastered an impressive skillset:
- Intercultural communication
- International economic organizations
- Global markets
- International negotiation
- Corporate social responsibility
- Finance
- Accounting
- Economics
- Statistics
- Management
- Marketing
- Business strategy
Learn about and apply cutting-edge technology that analytics professionals work with every day. In addition to workshops and training, you'll have access to licensed software and databases for your own projects.
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