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The MAIR/EMPA Joint Degree Option Overview The dual MAIR/EMPA option allows students to enroll in two programs simultaneously to pursue dual, professional, mid-career degrees in Public Administration and International Relations. The IR/EMPA Program is designed to allow students to fulfill the requirements of both degrees with the completion of 49 credits in either a sixteen month or two-year time frame. Students who undertake this program are admitted separately by the Executive Education and International Relations Program offices. Core requirements and specializations for both programs will then be completed by students, earning them both an EMPA from Public Administration and the MAIR from International Relations. Based on prior consultation with the Associate Director of Graduate Studies in IR and the Assistant Director of the Executive Education Program, students can also take advantage of the full range of global program offerings available through the IR Program, such as the Maxwell-Washington Summer Practicum, the Geneva Internship Program, and the Global Europe Program. The EMPA is a midcareer degree program that prepares managers for the challenges of leading dynamic organizations in the public and nonprofit sectors. By combining rigorous study in public management, leadership, and policy, the degree is uniquely suited to the needs of experienced professionals. Coursework invites students to examine issues from comparative and interdisciplinary perspectives. As a result, the 30-credit program attracts officials from around the globe, resulting in an exciting and unique learning environment. The professional Master of Arts in International Relations (MAIR) prepares students for leadership in public and international affairs. The program emphasizes integrative interdisciplinary social science perspectives and practical and collaborative experiences that enable students to deal with global issues of governance and policy. The interaction between the spheres of international relations and public administration makes the dual MAIR/EMPA option an invaluable experience for students seeking a career which values the combination of international expertise and public management skills. The joint program offers excellent preparation for professions in government, global consulting firms, NGOs, and international organizations. Application and requirements Students wishing to undertake the dual course of study may apply to both programs at the same time, but must fill out two separate applications and are separately admitted by each program. After beginning either the EMPA or the MAIR Program, it is also possible to internally apply to the other program. You can learn about the internal application process by visiting the Executive Education or International Relations Program Offices. Students fulfill the core courses, specializations, and exit requirements for both programs. It is possible to seek waivers for the core courses in International Relations, based on your previous coursework, professional experience, and the courses you select in the EMPA Program. Upon completion of these requirements, students are awarded two degrees, the EMPA from Public Administration and the MAIR from International Relations. An overview of the joint degree requirements can be found below:
Note: A Global Internship is possible, but not required for dual MAIR/EMPA students. There are several ways to structure your joint degree program. Your particular plan will vary based on your curricular interests and desire to study abroad or off-campus. Below is an example of how you could structure your time at Maxwell. This example assumes that you begin your studies at Maxwell with the EMPA and then internally apply to complete the MAIR. Based on the number of core course waivers or substitutions, it is also possible to spend the second fall semester in one of our programs in Washington or around the world. Sample Plan of Study: Fall of First Year: (12 credits) Spring of First Year: (12 credits) Summer of Second Year: (7 credits) • EMPA elective (which double counts with) IR Career Track Course/Global Program • EMPA elective (which double counts with) IR Career Track Course/Global Program Fall of Second Year: (12 credits) Spring of Second Year: (6 credits)
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