Global Affairs MA

College of Arts and Sciences

Program Description

The MA in global affairs offers students advanced understanding of the processes, institutions and challenges arising in the modern global system. Students will examine how international, regional, and domestic factors affect relations between and within countries, and between non-governmental and international actors. Students can focus on political, economic and legal features of international relations within this degree. The MA strives to provide students with the analytical and methodological tools necessary to succeed in globally-focused careers.

Program Contact

Mary O'Brien
520 Park Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260
Email: meobrien@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-3441
Fax: 716-645-2166

Instruction Method

  • In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

Credits Required

  • 30 Hours

Time-to-Degree

  • 2 to 4 Years

Application Fee

  • $75

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.