Special Appeal for International Students
A master’s program is especially appealing for international students, providing an opportunity to enhance their English competency, to improve their research and writing skills and to master the scholarly literature on a subject — globalization — of such direct importance to their home countries.
Why Global Studies?
An additional year of study is a major investment of time and resources, and there are several reasons why a master of arts (M.A.) in global studies is a sound choice:
The M.A. as an Important Credential
Today, the master of arts degree is what the bachelor of arts (B.A.) degree used to be — a key advantage in the competition for good positions, promotions and exciting careers.
Material Benefits
Throughout the private and public sector, the M.A. also raises the salary grade far above that of someone with just the B.A.
Transferable Skills
An M.A. program that develops research and communication skills — not merely transmits information and knowledge — provides those skills of greatest importance, regardless of ultimate career path.
Test the Waters
The one-year M.A. allows you to decide whether the academic path is right for you — before you invest your time and resources in a multiyear doctoral program.
Stronger Qualifications for Doctoral Programs
The M.A. will significantly enhance your qualifications if you plan to pursue a full-time doctoral program; this can be especially useful if you seek to enter graduate school in a field outside your undergraduate major, or if you earned the bachelor’s degree from a less prestigious institution.