Master of Arts in International Business and Policy

This signature Georgetown program blends the strengths of the most highly regarded foreign service school in the world with a top-tier business school that educates global, principled leaders.

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What is MA-IBP?

Georgetown’s Master of Arts in International Business and Policy (MA-IBP) delivers a strategic blend of business knowledge and policy expertise to help you achieve your goals in our increasingly interconnected world.

This one-year interdisciplinary program designed for working professionals includes instruction in Washington, D.C., abroad, and online so that you can grow your network and advance your career without pausing it.

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Curriculum at the Intersection of Business & Geopolitics

The curriculum provides an understanding of the frameworks and mechanisms that drive business and international relations and explores those concepts in contemporary global issues.

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One Year Hybrid Program for Working Professionals

The program is delivered in six one-week modules (four on-campus and two international) and two four-week online courses over a 12-month period.

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Top Tier Business School and Highly Regarded Foreign Service School

Offered by Georgetown University’s Walsh School of Foreign Service and McDonough School of Business, this program blends the strengths of the oldest and most highly regarded school of foreign service in the world with a top-tier business school.

Walsh School of Foreign Service and McDonough School of Business Rankings

1stin the world for master’s programs for international relationsForeign Policy Magazine 2024
2ndfor careers in international business (MBA)U.S. News & World Report 2024
3rd in the U.S. and 11th globally for the strength of the alumni network (Executive MBA)Financial Times 2024

Program Details at a Glance

12

month program (January-December)

2

International Residencies

GMAT/GRE

Not Required

Who is MA-IBP for?

The Master of Arts in International Business and Policy is designed for working professionals who want to broaden their perspective and advance their careers without pausing it.

3

Minimum Recommended Years of Experience

33

Average Age

10

Industries Represented

Attend An Upcoming Event

Information Session

January 28, 2025

12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET

Location
Virtual

Application Tips Webinar

February 27, 2025

12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET

Location
Virtual

Admissions Meeting

Weekly

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

Location
Online or In Person

Resume Review

Weekly

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET

Location
Online or In Person

Why Choose Georgetown’s Master of Arts in International Business and Policy

Join Our January 2025 Intake

The next MA-IBP intake launches in January 2025. We welcome the opportunity to connect with you throughout the admissions process to learn more about your background and interests.

Questions? Contact Our MA-IBP Admissions Team

ma.ibp@georgetown.edu / +1 (202) 687-0971/ Frequently Asked Questions