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Global Affairs and Human Security

Why This Degree is For You

Global Impact Starts with You.

Explore a dynamic, cross-disciplinary, 36-credit-hour M.A. in Global Affairs and Human Security. Complete your degree in a blended synchronous environment, connecting on-campus and online students to prioritize flexibility and accessibility. Gain specialized knowledge and practical skills to launch a competitive career in the nonprofit, public or supranational sectors.

Program Type

Master of Arts

M.A.

School

College of Public Affairs

Locations/Format

UBalt Campus

Fully Online

Cost

Tuition and Fees
UBalt offers regional, in-state tuition for select out-of-state areas.

Requirements

All Degree Requirements

A 36-Credit Program:

6 Foundation Credits
18 Core Credits
6 Elective Credits
6 Culminating Credits

No test requirements for admission.

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M.A. IN GLOBAL AFFAIRS AND HUMAN SECURITY

Today, there is less separation between local and global than ever before. Prepare yourself to solve global issues that have major local implications.

Our 36-credit, cross-disciplinary M.A. in Global Affairs and Human Security provides you with an opportunity to explore your interests in international issues related to good governance, sustainable development, transnational problem-solving and the promotion of human security.

With the specialized knowledge, applied skills and functional expertise you'll gain in this program, you'll be a competitive candidate for careers in the nonprofit and public sectors and with supranational organizations.

You'll examine the ways in which nongovernmental organizations, intergovernmental bodies and global actors work together to address issues of human well-being while confronting challenges that require more than simply single governments to solve.
You'll develop cross-cultural sensitivities and awareness of contemporary global issues, and you'll gain exposure to the factors that compel people and groups to engage in violence and otherwise feel insecure.
You'll apply theories and concepts of global governance, transnational problem-solving and human security to real-world case studies.
You'll be prepared to develop appropriate programs and evaluate existing programs within nonprofit, intergovernmental and supranational bodies—and you'll have the skills to work successfully in both management and service delivery in the nonprofit sector.

The University of Baltimore is ideally situated in a region with a large number of nongovernmental organizations with global missions—from those that promote sustainable development and good governance to those that engage in peace-building and crisis and humanitarian response. You'll have opportunities to learn beyond the classroom through guest speakers, field placements and more.

Classes are offered evenings and online, and some courses are offered in the summer for continuing students.

Learn more about the Admission Process.

Top 25 Campus Security Degree UBalt's Master of Arts in Global Affairs and Human Security program was named one of the top 25 campus master's in security studies programs by Security Degree Hub.

Johannes M. Botes Capstone Achievement Award

The Johannes M. Botes Capstone Achievement Award was established in 2017 to honor the legacy, memory and contributions of our late colleague, Johannes M. Botes, associate professor emeritus in the School of Public and International Affairs. This annual award recognizes a graduating student from either the Negotiations and Conflict Management program or the Global Affairs and Human Security program who:

demonstrates academic excellence in the capstone project, the final integrative research project in both programs
embodies the shared mission and spirit of the programs more broadly.

As sister programs, the Negotiations and Conflict Management program and the Global Affairs and Human Security program share the core goal of preparing students for careers that require functional knowledge grounded in theory, research and practice. Further, both programs equip students with the skills necessary for addressing complex and/or emerging real-world problems that exist at various levels and across different sectors. Though each program has a different focus and operates independently, they share a complementary commitment to public service, social justice, cooperation, sustainability and the promotion of societal welfare. Both fall and spring graduates may be considered for the award, but the awardee is always announced in the spring at the end of each academic year. The awardee is also recognized at the College of Public Affairs Honors Ceremony, which is typically held in May.

What Our Graduates Do

Our students are prepared to address 21st-century transnational problems through local, state and federal governments, international organizations and NGOs.

Common Roles

Director (NGO, Government)
Placement Coordinator
Fellowship Coordinator
Senior Program Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Foreign Affairs Specialist
Government Affairs Manager

Adjusting to a new world

Receiving my undergraduate education was really the fruit of the sacrifice that my parents made, that I made, and also that my community had made for me.

Dagemawit Kebede M.A. in Global Affairs and Human Security student; division operations specialist

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Admission Requirements

Qualifications

a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA from a regionally accredited college or university
at least a B average in prior coursework if transferring from another program.

Applicants who do not meet all of these qualifications may, with the approval of the program's admission committee, be accepted if there is space available. Additional criteria may apply; see the UBalt Graduate Catalog for further information.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Application deadlines:

fall semester admission: rolling
spring semester admission: Dec. 1

Applications received after the deadline dates will be considered depending on availability of space, strength of your credentials and sufficiency of time for processing.

Materials

Online application. Complete and submit the online application and pay the $50 application fee. (To pay in-state tuition, you must submit the Maryland In-State Residency form). You can submit your Statement of Personal Interest electronically as part of the online application.
Official transcript(s). Request that an official transcript of all prior college or university work (including graduate courses, if applicable) be sent directly from each institution attended; electronic transcripts are encouraged.

Send all materials by email to documents@ubalt.edu or by mail to the University of Baltimore Office of Graduate Admission, 101 W. Mt. Royal Ave., Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21201.

Admission Contacts

For more information about graduate admission, please contact the Office of Admission at gradadmission@ubalt.edu or 410.837.6565.

Brenda Mworia stands with Dr. Sheehan and other students at the awards ceremony.

Brenda Mworia, M.A. '24 Wins 2024 Botes Award

Brenda Mworia, M.A. '24, a recent graduate of the Global Affairs and Human Security program, was selected by the School of Public and International Affairs awards committee as the winner of the 2023-24 Johannes M. Botes Capstone Achievement Award. Brenda's capstone project title was, "The Role of Women in Peace and Conflict Resolution: A Case Study of Sudan." Brenda was presented with the award at the Global Affairs and Human Security and Negotiations and Conflict Management joint capstone gala celebration held in May. She is pictured here (center) with (l. to r. ) Associate Professor Rae Tan, Associate Dean and Professor Sascha Sheehan, Associate Professor Jennica Larrison and Assistant Professor Shelly Clay-Robison.