GMAP Program Structure

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The Global Master of Arts Program (GMAP) is a 12-month hybrid degree program tailored for mid-career and senior-level professionals. Designed for those who wish to continue working full-time while earning a global affairs degree, GMAP offers a unique blend of online and in-person learning experiences. GMAP students move through the curriculum together, creating a strong sense of community and an unparalleled learning environment. The program structure includes: 

  • Two In-Person Residencies: Immersive experiences that build connections and deepen learning. 
  • Seven-Week Online Modules: Flexible, comprehensive courses delivered online.
  • Online Skill Summits: Live sessions that focus on, and enhance specific skills.
  •  Year-Long Lab: A continuous, integrative project that ties together your learning journey. 

This mix of learning formats ensures flexibility and variety, making GMAP the ideal choice for busy professionals seeking to advance their careers in global affairs.

MODULES

  • Political Analysis: International Politics
  • Global Economy
  • Global Economic Governance: Sustainable Trade and Investment
  • International Legal System
  • Global Security Governance: International Law and Institutions
  • Addressing Global Environmental Challenges
  • Public Policy Formulation and Practice
  • The Role of Force in the 21st Century
  • Cyber Policy Analysis and Risk Management
  • Policy Memo Development

 

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RESIDENCIES

  • Global Leadership
  • Negotiation Strategy and Skills
  • International Security Simulation (Red Team)
  • Policy Lab
  • Leadership and Negotiation Lab

 

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SKILL SUMMITS

  • Data Science and AI for Global Leaders
  • Arts of Communication

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Academic Year

Below is a quick glance of the GMAP Academic Year.

MAY
Initial Residency I Asynchronous Online Instruction
Global Leadership
Negotiation Strategy and Skills


JUNE FLETCHER RESIDENCY
In-person Residency
Global Leadership
Negotiation Strategy and Skills


JULY-AUGUST
Summer Module + Skill Summit I Asynchronous Online Instruction
Political Analysis: International Politics and Diplomacy Global Economy
Skill Summit
Leadership and Negotiation Lab


SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER
Fall Modules + Skill Summit I Asynchronous Online Instruction
Global Economic Governance: Sustainable Trade and Investment
International Legal System
Global Security Governance: International Law and Institutions
Addressing Global Environmental Challenges
Skill Summit
Leadership and Negotiation Lab


JANUARY-MARCH
Spring Modules I Asynchronous Online Instruction
Policy Design and Evaluation
The Role of Force in the 21st Century
Policy Lab
Leadership and Negotiation Lab


MARCH INTERNATIONAL RESIDENCY
In-person Residency
International Security Simulation (Red Team)
Policy Lab
Leadership and Negotiation Lab
 

MARCH-MAY
Post Residency | Asynchronous Online Instruction
Cyber Policy Analysis and Risk Management
Policy Memo Development
 

MAY
In-person Events
Optional Fletcher Class Day
Commencement