Program Description

The MSIPM Program is a cohort-based online Master’s degree program. The program builds on KSU’s strong tradition of, and longstanding commitment to, globally-focused education. The theoretically-grounded, empirically-focused, and policy-relevant curriculum equips graduates with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in today’s increasingly internationalized professional world.

The MSIPM program is a 30 semester-hour course of study. Students begin as a group in the fall semester of year one and complete the program in May of year two. Since courses are offered in a predetermined sequence, program time-to-completion is only 20 months.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

1. Identify and explain key facts, concepts, and issues related to international policies or policymaking.
2. Use analytical skills and employ appropriate methodologies to address issues related to international policies or policymaking.
3. Assess and evaluate concepts and issues related to international policies or policymaking.
4. Communicate effectively to convey knowledge or ideas related to international policies or policymaking.

This program is a part of the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

The following are program-specific criteria beyond the general Graduate Admissions  requirements. To be considered for admission to this program, the following application materials must be submitted to the KSU Graduate Admissions Office:

• Evidence that the applicant has a bachelor’s degree or a KSU-approved equivalent degree from an accredited college or university;
• A letter of interest outlining the applicant’s educational goals, including a rationale for why/how this program will meet the applicant’s professional needs;
• A writing sample of about 5 pages that demonstrates the applicant’s writing ability. The sample may come from previous undergraduate or graduate course work. It can also be professional (work-related) writing.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• Optional: Scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) and/or Law School Admissions Test (LSAT)

Admission Criteria for Unique Cases

Currently, there are no exceptions to the admission requirements.

Transfer Credit

No credit from outside institutions are accepted for this degree program.

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment requirements. 

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policy 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION .

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Program Course Requirements