Intro - DiplomacyThe Diplomacy & Strategic Affairs program provides an accessible, flexible, and high-quality interdisciplinary education which prepares students for, or advances them in, careers in public service, private sector, and/or non-governmental organizations.

The program provides foundational seminars in theory and application of interdisciplinary approaches to understanding critical issues, and problem-solving for contemporary diplomatic, economic, and strategic inter-state conflicts. Topical seminars provide historical overviews and analysis of cause and consequence of key national issues with an emphasis on solution scenarios.

The B.A./M.A. in Diplomacy & Strategic Affairs offers current UST international studies and international development majors the opportunity to begin graduate courses toward the MDSA during their senior year.

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The mission of the Master of Arts in Diplomacy & Strategic Affairs Program (MDSA), a Master of Arts degree, is to prepare learners with advanced knowledge and skills with which to effectively understand and engage in international and cross-cultural transactions.

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Young Diplomats Camp
Young Diplomats Camp
Young Diplomats Camp

The Center for International Studies at UST hosts the Young Diplomats & Global Affairs camp: a five-day immersive program in diplomacy.

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$122,220 ANNUAL MEDIAN SALARY for Political Scientists Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics $122,220 ANNUAL MEDIAN SALARY for Political Scientists Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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FOR POLITICAL SCIENTISTS

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Mission - Diplomacy & Strategic AffairsThe mission of the Diplomacy & Strategic Affairs Program is to prepare learners with advanced knowledge and skills with which to effectively understand and engage in international and cross-cultural transactions. The primary goals of this program are to:

  1. Train learners to view global issues and conflicts through a holistic interdisciplinary prism
  2. Apply diverse methods to understanding key issues and solutions
  3. Promote diplomacy and diplomatic behaviors as central to effective problem solving. 

Ultimately, graduates will be better prepared to understand how global issues impact issues and activities relevant to their personal and career interests and to apply this knowledge to more effectively interact with international teams, corporations, and/or governments.
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