Master of Arts
Dive deeper into an international career
Answering today’s questions in an interconnected world requires thinking in terms of tomorrow’s solutions. Diplomats need to understand the role of AI. Government ministers consider economic policy with regards to climate adaptation.
Fletcher’s Master of Arts illuminates connections. This highly customizable, flexible, one-year degree helps international professionals dive deeper into global affairs from a robust, interdisciplinary perspective. You’ll approach vexing global issues from multiple points of view, preparing you to enhance your career or pivot to your next venture. With the flexibility to investigate your unique interests, you design the MA to suit your particular aspirations and step into the next stage of your career.
Key features
- One-year, full-time, residential program on Fletcher’s Boston-area campus
- Program designed for mid-career professionals on sabbatical or leave from government ministries, military, international organizations, or private business
- Flexibility to suit your career: Students tailor their course of study to their functional, regional, and career interests.
- Interdisciplinary program: The MA trains dynamic thinkers. Students take classes in international law and organizations; diplomacy, history, and politics; and economics and international business.
- Cross-registration opportunities with graduate and professional schools at Tufts and Harvard University.
An inspiring professional community
Fletcher MA students bring a wealth of professional and cultural backgrounds to their studies and develop customized plans of study. As a student, you’ll be part of this community of highly motivated people in pursuit of their curiosities.
Evaghelia Kamariotou F23 came to Fletcher after 15 years in the Greek Foreign Service.
“At this stage in my career as a diplomat, applying to Fletcher was a natural choice. It was the right time for me to broaden my knowledge and keep abreast of new developments in international relations. After a very Eurocentric professional life, the diversity that I encounter at Fletcher makes this academic experience unique and thrilling. Interacting with students and professionals from all around the world is enriching. Fletcher was the best place for me to acquire a global vision on international relations shaped outside Europe and reconsider my experience so far”.
“Attending the Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavik was one of my most memorable experiences. Being part of the team representing the school at the conference was an honor and a pleasure. It was both a unique team-building experience and an invaluable opportunity to dive deep into the largely unknown and misconceived world of the Arctic. Moreover, our professor was instrumental in helping us make the most of this conference by securing bilateral meetings with high profile officials and influential businesspeople in this region of the world.”