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Where do you see yourself in 10 years time? Are you a leader? Sitting at the G20<\/a> table figuring out policies on world hunger? And where do you see the rest of the planet? When we ask “why” study international development<\/a>, we should be asking how can we not; globalization is a vital aspect to economics<\/a>, politics, sociology and more. Each nation finds itself more interconnected than ever\u2014understanding those connections should be at the top of your to-do list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why study international development as a career-minded business person?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To play a major role in an unpredictable society, the modern professional must understand how global systems operate. What makes issues such as food security, travel environment or international aid so contentious? And, how\u2014and why\u2014should we solve them? Here are our top five reasons for studying international development might lead to the perfect career move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. New career opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Studying an international development master’s degree opens the door to new careers. You’ll be given the technical skills to analyze and devise policy around real-world development issues. This equips you to work on the frontlines of conflict, poverty and disaster. Humanitarian careers mean the opportunity to travel to affected areas\u2014which naturally means formal qualifications. Want to work in the UN, Oxfam or NGOs like Save the Children? Studying international development<\/a> is the choice for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2. Agility on major global issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

International development degrees takes you to the root of modern issues in economics and politics. Having a greater understanding of history opens your mind and allows you to contextualize what you’re seeing in the world. Want to contribute to conversations in the board room with authority? You’ll be a step ahead than most with an academic understanding of the trends shaping our world. At IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs<\/a>, you\u2019ll benefit from a diverse community of over 140 nationalities as you debate these ideas. This means gaining a truly global perspective.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3. A real-world impact on inequality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are you passionate about confronting inequality and fighting for the underdog? The basis of international development study is identifying the causes of injustice and acquiring the a toolkit to challenge inequality. When you study with us, your curriculum revolves around core topics like travel, immigration, environmental action, global advocacy and more. Upon graduation you’ll join a network of alumni<\/a> who are using their master’s degree to have real-world impacts on equality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4. Knowledge from experienced industry experts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you pick the right master’s program, you’ll be accessing some of the greatest minds in academia. Our Master in International Development<\/a> is taught by a world-class faculty of some of the industry\u2019s leading lights in practice. Our professors possess years of knowledge from long and successful careers. You’ll also be exposed to cutting-edge insights and practical advice from visitng experts due to our ties with UN practitioners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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5. Personal fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you wake up in the morning, are you excited to go to work? If the answer is anything short of yes, then you might be in the wrong career. Beyond all the practicalities of a humanitarian career, what you can be guaranteed is a sense of purpose. For those working in research of field-based projects, a master’s degree in international development is just the first step towards their vocation. Who doesn’t want to look back on their life and know they did something good?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Study at IE School of Economics, Politics & Global Affairs to experience our partnership with the UNSSC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We’ve partnered with the United Nations System Staff College<\/a> (UNSSC) to develop our international development program’s curriculum. Not only does this enrich the program immensely, but it also ensures that your studies are guided by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development<\/a>. The partnership with UNSSC also allows students to attend classes with UN practitioners. This allows our curriculum to cover the 5 P\u2019s defined by the Agenda: people, planet, prosperity, peace and partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This unique program allows ambitious professionals to acquire the skill set and expertise they need to make an impact.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We’ll equip you with a multi-disciplinary foundation to become a real-world asset inglobal development. That’s part of our responsbility in helping governments make better-informed plans for the future. So, why study international development? Because we need you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step into the global arena with our Master in International Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Set yourself up for a successful, jet-setting career of social good when you study International Development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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