Incoming IBP Students Represent Diverse Cohort
March 25th, 2021
The Master of Arts in International Business and Policy (MA-IBP) class at McDonough began this January, bringing in 48 students from a variety of d…
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.
Next Application Deadline: April 19, 2021
What is MA-IBP?
Offered by Georgetown University’s Walsh School of Foreign Service and McDonough School of Business, this one-year interdisciplinary program blends the strengths of the oldest and most highly regarded school of foreign service in the world with a top-tier business school that has proven experience in educating global, principled leaders who serve business and society.
The curriculum provides an understanding of the frameworks and mechanisms that drive business and international relations and explores those concepts in contemporary global issues. 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.
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. Our Class of 2021 has an average of 10 years of work experience, an average age of 34 and 42% female representation. Students come from 16 industries, 12 countries and we have 21% military representation.
If you were planning to visit campus, please note that our admissions team is following the Georgetown University telework policy. We look forward to connecting with you virtually.
Upcoming Events
Military Education Benefits Information Session
Thursday, May 20, 2021
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET
Location: Online
MA-IBP Online Information Session
Thursday, June 3, 2021
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET
Location: Online
Meet with Us!
Meet with someone from our Admissions Team virtually at a time that fits your schedule.
Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business & Walsh School of Foreign Service Rankings
The Master of Arts in International Business and Policy (MA-IBP) program builds off of Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business and Walsh School of Foreign Service’s broader reputation for academic excellence, faculty thought leadership, and student satisfaction, as reflected in national and international rankings of our school and programs.
Learn More About McDonough’s Rankings
More News from the MA-IBP Program
Georgetown’s MA-IBP Program More than Doubles in Military Participation Since 2017
October 22nd, 2020
An increasing number of members of the U.S. Armed Forces are attending Georgetown McDonough’s Master of Arts in International Business and Policy…
Georgetown’s MA-IBP Program Commences Social Action Projects in the Jesuit Tradition
October 15th, 2020
The Master of Arts in International Business and Policy Program (MA-IBP), an interdisciplinary program at Georgetown University exploring the …
IBP Alumni Volunteer in the Bahamas, Gain New Friends
September 22nd, 2020
In February, seven alumni from Georgetown’s Master of Arts in International Business and Policy (MA-IBP) program embarked on a personal trip to t…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find out what to expect from your academic experience in our MA-IBP program.