Master of Arts International Affairs

The M.A. International Affairs degree opens doors to career opportunities in an increasingly globalized world — not only in cities abroad but also right here in Middle Tennessee. Our graduates enjoy professional positions in the U.S. government and military, in business and industry, in higher education, and in the nonprofit sector, and they live in far-flung cities like London, Geneva, and Riyadh, as well as in our own backyard, in places like Huntsville, Clarksville, and Nashville. Within Tennessee, MTSU's M.A. in International Affairs is the only degree program of its kind. Students in this interdisciplinary program develop applicable skills as well as in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of international affairs. Within this subject area, students may specialize their studies by choosing an emphasis in: international development, human security, and globalization, international security & peace studies, area studies, with a country-specific or regional focus (examples: China, Russia, Africa, Middle East), global justice, human rights, and civil advocacy.

Career Path

Professional positions held by graduates of MTSU’s Master of Arts in International Affairs program include:  Political Analyst , International Trade Analyst , Business Analyst , Conflicts of Interest Surveillance Analyst , Legislative Research Analyst , Program Analyst , Program Manager , Risk and Financial Advisory Associate  , Nuclear Operations Officer , Associate Editor , Grant Writer.