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Overview
Designed to provide the practical tools needed to compete in the global economy, this interdisciplinary program explores the way business, technology, law, economics, and public policy affect complex cross-border activities.
Unlike traditional international affairs programs, the Master's in International Commerce and Policy program focuses on international economic issues such as global trade and investment. It is also distinguished from an MBA program by providing training in the political, technological, cultural, and social aspects of the global economy.
Career options:
No other school in the Washington, D.C. area offers a program like this one. As a student in the Master’s in International Commerce and Policy program, you will develop the skills and expertise in global finance, investment, trade, and development to excel and lead in the public and private sectors, multinational organizations, NGO’s, nonprofits, and consulting firms.
The international commerce and policy program at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government is an innovative master’s degree program for current and aspiring private and public sector professionals who seek the knowledge and skills to be effective in an increasingly complex world marketplace.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Global Political Economy
- Macroeconomic Policy in the Global Economy
- Microeconomics and Trade Policy
- Global Financial Crises and Institutions
- Global Trade Relations
- Technology, Culture, and Commerce
- Introductory Data Analysis for Policy and Government
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
36 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
International Relations Commerce Public Policy View 21 other Masters in Commerce in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 3
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 88
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Graduate application and fee
- 750-1,000 word written statement of your goals and interest in the program
- Current resume
- Unofficial transcripts from all previous institutions attended in the U.S. For international institutions, transcripts may be unofficial but should include cumulative transcripts, degree certificate, individual semester marksheets (if applicable), and diploma (if applicable)
- Two letters of recommendation. At least one recommendation should be from an individual who is qualified to attest to the candidate’s academic potential
- Additional requirements for applicants with international credentials
Tuition Fee
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International
1512 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 1512 USD per credit and a duration of 12 months. -
National
1512 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 1512 USD per credit and a duration of 12 months. -
In-State
724 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 724 USD per credit and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
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