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The Master of Science in International Political Economy program equips students for diverse careers bridging global politics and economics. With instruction from renowned faculty at The University of Texas at Dallas, participants undertake challenging coursework to gain specialized expertise for success in international diplomacy and business.
This curriculum combines international political economy studies—spanning public policy economics to innovation economies—with quantitative methods training in either algebra- or calculus-based approaches, including applied regression, statistical inference, or multivariate analysis.
Beyond core requirements, students can select from dynamic elective courses across four concentration areas:
Development Studies
Global Conflict and Security
International Political Economy
Business and Public Policy on a Global Scale
Designed to address the requirements of international organizations, the program cultivates essential competencies including analytical reasoning, sophisticated research capabilities, persuasive communication, and intercultural understanding.
Degree requirements: The master's program in International Political Economy seeks applications from students with a baccalaureate degree from an institution of higher education.
GPA: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
English proficiency requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80
TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67
Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center
Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105
Application Deadlines: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular); Spring term - May 15 (Early), October 1 (Regular).