Overview | Qualifications | Courses | Resources | Testimonials
2021-22 Calendar | MIP in DC Brochure
The Master of International Policy (MIP) educates those who have already begun their careers in the fields of international affairs and national security. Students admitted to the program will have at least four years of professional experience in those fields, broadly understood. The degree is offered in residence at the Bush School Washington, DC (with an option of taking up to 6 credit hours online).
Overview
The Master of International Policy program is a 30-credit-hour program with no capstone project requirement.
Curriculum:
Students will take courses from the National Security and Diplomacy (NSD) track. The curriculum consists of two required courses (6 credit hours) in both the theory and practice of international politics and in fundamentals of the global economy. Additional elective courses are chosen from the NSD track, with the option to concentrate in specific subject areas as the curriculum develops.
- The curriculum consists of two required courses:
- INTA 606—The Theory and Practice of International Politics (3 credit hours)
- INTA 608—Fundamentals of Global Economy (3 credit hours)
- Students take five courses (15 credit hours) in the National Security and Diplomacy track.
- The remaining three courses (9 credit hours) are electives.
Apply now for Summer 2022, Spring 2022, and Fall 2022!
The full degree can be completed either on a part-time basis or, if a student desires, over the course of a year. To complete the program as a fulltime student in a year, the student will take a regular four-course load in the fall and spring semesters and two courses via distance learning from the Bush School’s Office of Extended Education in the summer.
For information on application procedures, please contact our Admissions Office at bushschooDC@tamu.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of professional experience in the field of international affairs, broadly understood, are required. (Such experience does NOT include educational experiences like semester abroad or undergraduate internships.)
Academic Resources
Career Services:
Students will have access to dedicated one-on-one career counseling with our Director of Enrollment Management, Career and Student Services.
Writing Resources:
The Bush School DC provides writing services to help students with academic and professional writing. Appointments can be in person or online.
Bush School DC Library:
The Bush School DC provides an in-house librarian to help students with any research needs. In addition to our collection of library resources, students have access to Texas A&M’s vast digital and library collections.
Courses
The following is a tentative schedule for classes in Spring semester 2022. Students will register for classes through the Texas A&M “Howdy” portal. Registration for the spring semester begins in early November of the preceding year; registration for the fall semester (and summer semesters) begins in early April.
All classes meet in Bush School DC location – 1620 L Street, NW.
Monday
Day: Monday | Instructor: Lemon | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: The effects of international politics on the competing forces of global integration and disintegration are investigated and policy implications are considered, drawing upon theories of interstate politics.
Day: Monday | Instructor: Ross | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022 | Fall 2021 | Summer 2021 | Spring 2021
Course Description: A survey of U.S. Intelligence operations, techniques, objectives and resources, with particular emphasis on how intelligence has contributed and continues to contribute to U.S. national security.
Day: Monday | Instructor: Hwang | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: Examination of international military, diplomatic and political dynamics in the Asia Pacific region; focus on contemporary security relations; examines a wide range of security challenges facing the region; familiarization with the strategic preferences of key actors in the major areas of potential conflict.
Tuesday
Day: Tuesday/Thursday | Instructor: Weber | Time: 12-1:20pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: TBD
Day: Tuesday | Instructor: Liu | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022 | Fall 2021 | Summer 2021 | Spring 2021
Course Description: Examines three fundamental pillars of the global economy: international trade, international finance and foreign direct investment (FDI); appreciation for the complexities of the international environment from both theoretical and policy perspectives.
Day: Tuesday | Instructor: Bartel | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: TBD
Day: Tuesday | Instructor: Weber | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: Examines changes within Russia and its role in international politics since 1991, emphasizing the period of Vladimir Putin’s presidency, explores Putin’s approach to political, economic and social challenges facing Russia, as well as the war in Chechnya and terrorism within Russia, also examines Russia’s critical relationship with the United States.
Wednesday
Day: Wednesday | Instructor: Liu | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: TBD
Day: Wednesday | Instructor: Lemon | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022 | Fall 2021 | Summer 2021 | Spring 2021
Course Description: Examines Russia’s policies in Central Asia and the Caucasus, the Middle East, South Asia and East Asia and the reactions of states in these regions to Russian policies. Critical evaluation of Russia as a global power through its policies in these areas.
Day: Wednesday | Instructor: Ross | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022 | Fall 2021 | Summer 2021 | Spring 2021
Course Description: In-depth understanding of the arcane and often misunderstood world of counterintelligence.
Day: Wednesday | Instructor: Harrison/Horowitz | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: An introduction to the nature and sources of national security law including such topics as the framework of separate branches of law with shared national security powers, maintaining national security abroad, terrorism and other national security threats, and protecting national security information.
Thursday
Day: Tuesday/Thursday | Instructor: Weber | Time: 12-1:20pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: TBD
Day: Thursday | Instructor: King | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022 | Fall 2021 | Summer 2021 | Spring 2021
Course Description: Perform analysis in the U.S. Intelligence Community; hone writing, briefing and analytical skills; focus on fundamentals of critical thinking, the psychology of analysis and intelligence process.
Day: Thursday | Instructor: Gause | Time: 6:30-9:10pm | Room: TBD
Syllabus: Spring 2022
Course Description: Focus on critical issues including Great Power involvement in the region, and the regional and international effects of Arab nationalism, Zionism, Islamism, post-Islamism, oil and aid rents, ethnicity, religious minorities, gender and human rights.
Total for first semester: 9 credits
Testimonials
“Dr. Weber’s International Relations Theory course was the most challenging, rewarding, and important class I’ve ever taken. He helped me understand how the real world works, and how to look beyond the headlines and interpret current events.”
ALEXANDRA RUSSO
Project Engineer at Leidos
“America faces serious national security challenges every day. As a student at The Bush School, my professors and course work gave me the knowledge and skills I needed to take my career to the next level, meet those challenges directly and make a real difference from Day 1.”
CODY CAZARES
Senior Advisor for Congressman Michael T. McCaul
“Our students are inspirational! They choose this School and University because they want to serve their fellow citizens. They’re serious about tackling the most pressing issues facing the world today. I’ve met graduates of the Bush School all over the globe; they’re making a difference each and every day. President George H. W. Bush’s vision of preparing principled leaders for service to their community, their nation, and their world is alive and well. The Master of International Policy program will advance that vision even further!”
MARK WELSH
Dean, Bush School of Government and Public Service
Former Chief of Staff, United States Air Force
“Our students have a stellar opportunity to pursue higher education in the very heart of our nation’s capital, with a wealth of resources, along with the power and reach of a robust network of alumni to welcome students into the “Aggie” family. Carrying the name of George H.W. Bush, our nation’s 41st president, Bush School students understand and appreciate the noble calling of public service. Our faculty are real world practitioners helping prepare students to advance their careers.”
JAY SILVERIA
Executive Director
2021-22 Academic Calendar
The following changes to the Texas A&M University’s 2021-22 Academic Calendar will apply to Bush School DC. They are occasioned by different holidays in the District of Columbia that will require the closing of the teaching site.
Fall 2021 Academic Calendar
- August 30—First day of classes
- September 6—Labor Day-No classes
- October 11—Columbus Day-No classes
- November 11—Veterans’ Day-No classes
- November 25-26—Thanksgiving Break
- November 30—Last Tuesday classes
- December 7—Last Monday classes
- December 8—Last Wednesday classes
- December 9—Last Thursday classes
- December 9, 13, 15—Final exams
Spring 2022 Academic Calendar
- January 18—First day of classes
- February 21—Presidents Day-No classes
- March 14-18—Spring Break
- April 26—Last Tuesday classes
- April 27—Last Wednesday classes
- April 28—Last Thursday classes
- May 2—Last Monday classes
- May 3-5—Final exams
Summer 2022 Academic Calendar
- May 31—First day of classes
- July 4-8—Summer Break
- July 25—Last day of classes
- July 26-29—Final exams
