Master's in International Relations

Masters in International Relations (M.S.I.R.)

Do you love learning about the world and how states interact? Are you curious about international security, diplomacy and economics? If so, you're on the right path by considering a master's in international relations at 绿帽社. And you can finish this master's degree in as little as one year. When you earn TROY's M.S. in international relations degree, you'll follow in the footsteps of graduates like John Kirby, coordinator for strategic communications at the White House; Richard Wyatt, deputy division chief at Joint Staff, and retired NASA astronaut Dr. Bernard Harris.

鈥淭he best instruction I have received was at 绿帽社. The readings were not fringe, but important in the field, and the quantity of work was reasonable for a person working full time and going to school. The M.S.I.R. program provides a good grounding in the theories of international relations, a survey of the field and research methods. The fact that it has difficult exit exams is a plus because you will leave knowing the field and prepared for future academic work.鈥�

Greg Olsen鈥億鈥� Business Development Manager II, Cisco | 2017 graduate, Master's in International Relations

Build Skills for a Global Environment with TROY's M.S.I.R.

Be successful and competitive in the global arena with TROY's international relations degree. Develop analytical tools and critical thinking skills that will help you understand how the world works and how organizations operate. You'll take highly relevant courses on topics, including nuclear strategy, cyber war, and Russian and Chinese intelligence. By gaining prowess in international relations and developing your research and writing skills (including producing a conference-level research paper), you'll stand out for international relations jobs.

Led by Globally Recognized and Respected Faculty

What makes TROY one of the best colleges for international relations? For one, our faculty. You will learn from internationally recognized and respected experts who make it a point to share their knowledge, experience and expertise with you. TROY's faculty publishes widely, presenting their research all over the world, and are routinely called upon for interviews by national and international media. Most importantly, they are accessible mentors who help you advance on your desired career path.

M.S.I.R. Curriculum

While specific courses may vary from year to year, your coursework may include:

International Relations Graduate Program Locations

Get the flexibility you need by taking courses online. For more information about program availability and delivery options call 1-800-414-5756

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An Ideal Degree Option for Military Students

Broaden and deepen the international skills you built in the military with TROY's Master of Science in International Relations. Many of the Professional Military Education (PME) course credits you earned can be transferred to TROY, helping you to lessen the number of courses you have to take and putting you on a quicker path to graduation. Earn the credential you need to move your career forward 鈥� in the military or as a civilian 鈥� at a university that's been serving military members for more than 70 years.

Military graduate receiving her degree at commencement.

International Relations Careers with the TROY Master's in International Relations

Prepare for graduate or law school or for positions in government, military, international business and security with this comprehensive master's degree program.

Faculty Profiles

Feng Sun, Ph.D.

Dr. Sun is an associate professor and director of Graduate Studies at 绿帽社. She received her MS in Statistics, MA and Ph.D. in political science from the University of Alabama. Her research interests include contemporary Chinese politics, foreign direct investment, and development in developing countries.

Learn more about our faculty 334-808-6288 fsun57924@troy.edu

Tailor Your M.S.I.R. with a Degree Concentration

Expand your opportunities for international relations careers by choosing one of the following concentrations. You will take five core courses and seven other classes in your chosen specialization.

Master's in International Relations: Global Studies Concentration

The breadth of the global studies concentration is ideal for anyone looking to expand their overall international focus. This could include people already working in government services or international trade looking to advance their careers or professionals who want to pursue opportunities with global companies, even those based in the United States.

Master's in International Relations: National Security Affairs Concentration

The national security affairs concentration is suited for M.S.I.R. students interested primarily in intelligence and security work. The concentration encompasses a wide variety of topics, including United States military history, contemporary foreign policy, Arctic security and cyber warfare.

Master's in International Relations: Regional Affairs Concentration

Specialized global knowledge can take you far 鈥� literally. The regional studies concentration allows TROY students to focus studies in Latin America, Europe, Asia or the Middle East/North Africa. With the ability to dive deeper into one region of the world, this concentration might also suit students looking to pursue a Ph.D. and eventually teach or conduct academic research.

Assistantships Available for M.S.I.R. Graduate Students

While there are no degree-specific scholarships for the master's in international relations, you may qualify for a graduate assistantship that pays a monthly stipend and a tuition waiver for $2,500 per semester. Learn more about graduate assistantships at TROY.

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