International Studies - Graduate School Abroad?

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<p>I'm daydreaming a bit here, and hoping someone might be able to help me. I'm finishing my degree at an American university this year, and have a strong interest in technology, business, and international business in particular. I took only one class in international relations during a study abroad program, but I really, really enjoyed it. I'm thinking that someday I may want to get a Masters in international relations/international business/something similar. I'm not sure when, but possibly in the next few years.</p>

<p>I'd like to get a business degree in the US, and possibly do an international studies degree of some kind elsewhere. I know that I can study abroad during business school, but I think I'd like to do a one-year program elsewhere for a more immersive experience.</p>

<p>Here's the catch: I don't think I want to do it at an American university. I speak Spanish and English, and would be open to any place interesting with a good university. Here are some places (yes, a huge range) that I've thought of so far:</p>

<p>Spanish: Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Spain
English: Australia, Canada, England, Hong Kong, India, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa</p>

<p>I'm hoping to do a Rotary scholarship or something similar. Rotary does not support the LSE, Oxbridge, etc. They go for smaller universities in the UK. Also, I am more likely to get funded if I go to a less popular country (e.g., Chile vs. Spain or South Africa vs. Australia).</p>

<p>So, the question is: Do you know of any good international relations/business/etc. programs in any of these countries? What factors should I consider when choosing a country/program? Should I do the business degree first or the international studies degree?</p>

<p>(cross-posted in the International Students forum)</p>

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<p>bump (10 char)</p>

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<p>I guess it's a tough question for people to answer? Or maybe I just ask too many questions around here? (I do try to contribute in the form of helpful posts!)</p>

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<p>Tough question for me; I know nothing about these programs or how to evaluate them. :) My daughter did spend 5 months in Santiago at a private U. Her feeling was that both the private and public U's there were not nearly as rigorous or well-organized as her home college (Rice U). (some examples at her Santiago college: classes cancelled with no warning. Assigned readings not related at all to the lectures, etc.) She really enjoyed herself in Chile, improved her spanish skills, had some interesting classes, and met some great people, so it was a great experience for her.</p>

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<p>Business Week Listing of top schools in Europe & Canada:</p>

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<p>honestly, i dont think this is a good idea for international studies (it couldnt possible be better than from a US school)
this idea is much better for a foreign language study or something along those lines</p>