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PROF. SHAKLEINA INTERVIEW ON M.A. IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

"Politics and Economics in Eurasia" M.A. in Political Science

The Program is designed to meet the needs of rising leaders by providing up-to-date, firsthand information about Russia and Eurasia from a Russian view point
Prof. Alexey Bogaturov, Vice-Rector of MGIMO

Politics and Economics in Eurasia M.A. in P.Sc.

The two-year long Master's in Political Science (M.P.Sc.) Program at MGIMO University's is designed to meet the needs of rising leaders in the public service professions, including domestic and international government agencies and non-profit organizations by providing up-to-date, firsthand information about Russia and Eurasia from a Russian view point.

The M.P.Sc. program provides rigorous on-campus training in political science and policy analysis, preparing degree candidates to successful careers and supplying intellectual breadth, organizational skills, and self-confidence necessary to assume leadership positions in an increasingly complex public service environment. Approximately 20 students will be enrolled in the program.

Academic advisors of the program are distinguished MGIMO' professors Dr. Alexei Bogaturov and Dr. Tatiana Shakleina.

Academic Advisor of the PEE M.P.Sc. Dr. Tatiana Shakleina

THE MGIMO DIFFERENCE

M.P.Sc. students benefit from:

a small Master Degree program designed within a major Russian international studies oriented university;
a diverse student body and alumni network;
close working relationships between world-renowned faculty;
an innovative curriculum;
an attention to career-building skills in all areas of public affairs.

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The M.P.Sc. year begins with an intensive program in politics, international relations, economics, designed to strengthen students' skills. All courses are taught in English. If candidates’ command of Russian is adequate, during the M.P.Sc. academic year they can select additional courses from the courses available to the Russian students of Master Programs in International Relations and Political Science taught in Russian.

Some courses are essentially lecture/discussion; others are seminars in which students present papers for group discussion and workshops based on field research, participation by visiting experts, and group reports.

A PRELIMINARY LIST OF MAIN COURSES

M.P.S. candidates typically undertake programs of study that combine general courses in political science, policy analysis, public management, international affairs, economics and one foreign language.

Political Science

History and Theory of Politics
Research Methodology in Political Science
History of Political Ideas. Perspectives in Ancient, Modern and Postmodern Political

International Relations

International Relations and Russia’s Foreign Policy in Post-Soviet (Eurasian) Areas
Russia and the USA in Contemporary International Relations
Conflicts in the Belt of Russia’s New Frontiers
Small and Medium-Size Countries in Eurasia
Russia and East Asia
Russia-EU Relations

Russian Politics and Policies

Russian History
Political Process in Contemporary Russia
Foundations of Russia’s Foreign Policy
Russian Energy Diplomacy
International Negotiations: Cross-Cultural Aspect
Russian People and the “Russian soul”: Myths and Reality
Electronic Government and Electronic Governance

Economy of Russia and Eurasia

Russian and Global Economy
Doing Business in Russia
Economy of the Former Soviet Union Countries and Eurasia
Political Economy: Business-Government Relations

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The curriculum of the Politics and Economics in Eurasia program combine training in analytical methods and practical management skills to ensure that graduates are prepared to understand problems and implement solutions. Students combine these core skills with a focus on a policy area of their choice. Toward the end of their studies students engage in a practice-oriented internship.

Program graduates have employment opportunities in federal, state, and local governments and with private civic groups, interest groups, and political groups. Students who go on to graduate work can expect to find appointments in college teaching. MGIMO graduates are in high demand by employers in business and industry. Internship Program helps considerably in finding employment upon graduation.