Int. Relations or Public Policy degree for International Development?

Graduate School
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<p>Hi all,</p>

<p>Here's a general question: which "type" of degree gives one the skill set necessary for a successful career in international development--international relations degree (e.g. SAIS) or public policy degree (e.g. WWS, KSG)? </p>

<p>How flexible are IR degrees in comparison to MPP/MPAs? </p>

<p>I'd love other foreign nationals to weigh in as well, as I am one and am looking to work either here in the US or outside the country.</p>

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<p>@ ladyseacow</p>

<p>I definitely recommend these websites:</p>

<p>[PublicServiceCareers.org</a> - DEGREES: BA, MPA/MPP, PH.D](<a href=“http://www.publicservicecareers.org/index.asp?pageid=519]PublicServiceCareers.org”>http://www.publicservicecareers.org/index.asp?pageid=519)</p>

<p>[NASPAA</a> International Web Portal: About the Degrees](<a href=“http://www.globalmpa.net/section/degrees_details]NASPAA”>http://www.globalmpa.net/section/degrees_details)</p>

<p>[Graduate</a> Programs in International Relations and Affairs](<a href=“http://www.princetonreview.com/grad/research/articles/decide/intlaffairs.asp]Graduate”>http://www.princetonreview.com/grad/research/articles/decide/intlaffairs.asp)</p>

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<p>Thanks very much!</p>