Overview

Global Affairs from The American University in Cairo aims to allow students to analyse the national processes through which global principles influence and interact with policies at the country level.

The mission of the MGA program is to support public, private, nongovernmental and multilateral organizations in Egypt, the region and globally, by equipping young professionals with the knowledge and skills needed in the conduct of global affairs, from the national, regional and multilateral perspectives. Students will develop skills in the analysis of global issues, development of policies and strategies, and their implementation and governance through a range of institutions in order to meet the needs of a changing world, particularly regarding states at different levels of influence and development, as well as their citizens.

Careers

Graduates of the program hold positions as international cooperation analysts, global engagement analysts, security analysts. Job opportunities also include positions such as international regional directors, regional deputy directors, and jobs in the field of intergovernmental affairs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Organization in Global Governance

Diplomacy: Theory and Practice

Essentials of Public Policy and Administration

Research Methods for Public Policy and Administration

International Law

Issues in International Security

Economics for Public Policy Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-01-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5

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TOEFL^® IBT

45

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Credits

33 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History International Relations International Development View 5 other Masters in International Relations in Egypt

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5

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45

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for graduate study must have an accredited Bachelor’s degree with an academic record at a level sufficient to qualify for full or provisional admission.

An online application for graduate studies

Online payment of the application fee

A statement of purpose

An updated resume (CV)

At least two online letters of recommendation from persons familiar with your academic or professional background

Official academic records, of which one must be a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with proof of degree completion.

Satisfactory English language proficiency test results

Graduate students may be asked to demonstrate minimum competency in the use of computers and academic libraries as they relate to graduate study and research

One recent passport size photograph (a clear electronic copy)

Tuition Fee

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International

24255 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 735 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

19701 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 597 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Cairo

5312 - 6846 EGP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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