<p>hey there,</p>
<p>I`m trying to decide between the Master of International Affairs program at Columbia and the Master of International Relations program at Johns Hopkins (first year, Bologna Italy, second in D.C.).</p>
<p>Any suggestions about either or both of these schools would be appreciated!!</p>
<p>Sorry, I don't know anything about the programs. I just couldn't resist pointing out that Bologna, Italy, is wonderful place to spend a year.</p>
<p>Hi there.
Nice place Bologna, actually I am studying there but at ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - Universit</p>
<p>Hi,</p>
<p>I am a current student at SAIS Bologna, and my way to DC next year. </p>
<p>SIPA is a huge program (between 1,200 and 1,500 students i think) and that makes the community feel more difficult. At Bologna, the promotion is made of 180 students or so who get to know themselves by the smell of their socks in a matter of a few months! SAIS Bologna is an intimate student bubble, allowing you to take a step back from a purely professional set up, and gives you more of a European perspective thanks to faculty and a great number of guest speakers. While in DC, you will then enjoy a great deal of professional opportunities and not just at the World Bank! </p>
<p>I would say that SIPA might have an advantage if you feel like joining Wall Street, it might also be slightly easier to get access to the UN HQ too. Other than that and looking at various sources, I still think that the reach of SAIS is superior. </p>
<p>Will try to follow up, would you have additional questions.</p>
<p>Cheers-</p>
<p>hi!</p>
<p>i have been accepted to the SAIS Bologna centre. </p>
<p>I really like the way the course is structured (the international eco program). i want to do my other concentration in International development/ Asia.any idea what courses are available at the Bologna centre for this? and which, according to you is a better bet for development?</p>
<p>Second, what are the job prospects after completing the course? are there campus placements? does one get to do an intership in the summer (between the first and second year)? does NOT having work ex in the field of international relations hinder job prospects?</p>
<p>I like what you say about being in a small class… :)</p>
<p>on finance, I am yet to apply for financial assistance… is that still possible? I suppose I can just send it in.</p>
<p>would really appreciate your thoughts on this!</p>
<p>cheers!</p>
<p>Hi Talentino,</p>
<p>You will find the course description for I-Dev below:
[Johns</a> Hopkins SAIS Bologna Center | Academics | Academic Programs | International Development](<a href=“http://www.jhubc.it/ACADEMICS/ACADEMIC-PROGRAMS/courses.cfm?field=ID]Johns”>http://www.jhubc.it/ACADEMICS/ACADEMIC-PROGRAMS/courses.cfm?field=ID)
If you plan to go to DC, the class range is much wider, especially concerning Asia. Students usually focus on requirements, economics and a few electives during the first year, before taking a majority of electives in DC.
[Johns</a> Hopkins SAIS Academics | Home](<a href=“http://www.sais-jhu.edu/academics/index.htm]Johns”>http://www.sais-jhu.edu/academics/index.htm)</p>
<p>The I-Dev program has a very strong reputation and a good internship program too. Not only the program encourages you to do a Summer internship, but will help you find it and could also partially fund it if necessary. It always helps to have previous work experience in the field but it is by no means compulsory for internships. The great thing with SAIS is that you can have 6 hours of language class per week and language skills are priceless in International Development! </p>
<p>Many of us also get some financial aid from SAIS BC, so you should definitely apply!</p>