International Cooperation as Key to Facing Global Crises

What sets Fordham IPED apart from other international a airs programs?

Fordham’s Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development (Fordham IPED) o ers a unique, rigorous, and innovative approach to analyzing contemporary global economic relations. We study issues in international economic relations and in international development from both a political and an economic perspective. Furthermore, we provide a strong quantitative methods foundation that allows our students to develop robust analytical skills in data analysis, project assessment, and computer programming. We also stress professional experience outside of the classroom. As well, we only admit a small select group of about 20 students each year.

How does Fordham IPED prepare its students to participate in promoting international cooperation and diplomacy in combating global crises?

Our core curriculum provides our students with an advanced interdisciplinary knowledge of global economic relations, giving them the expertise critically needed in restarting a world economy. As examples, in the nonprofit sector, we have alumni who are part of emergency response teams to health outbreaks, including managing global and domestic vaccination campaigns. In the public sector, we have alumni who work with international trade agencies that safeguard and enhance the competitive strength of local industries against unfair trade practices. In the private sector, we have alumni who are engaged in impact investing, using the dynamics of portfolio management to fund development projects. Drawing from the strength of their training from the Fordham IPED program, these alumni are able to promote e ective development strategies, accountable governance, and fair and equitable trade and commerce for a revitalized global economy.

What unique advantages are available for students in the Fordham IPED program?

Our curriculum and our location in New York City are ideal for anyone who wishes to be at the center of the world economy. Our location a ords our students a wealth of internship opportunities, ranging from the United Nations and international nonprofit organizations to international think tanks and Wall Street.

We also complement our classes with a weekly lecture series and various career trips in New York and Washington, DC, that feature a broad range of professionals highlighting the practitioner perspective on contemporary issues in international a airs.

Our small class size of roughly 20 students provides the opportunity for close interactions with our supportive and distinguished faculty of experts. Our students, drawn from around the world, come from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Our students are from among the top 40% of all applicants to U.S. graduate programs. We o er generous scholarships to exceptional students, and provide funding for students’ participation in internship placements, language immersion programs, and international fieldwork overseas in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

Lastly, we have a strong alumni network and close association with various international organizations. Our placement record is strong, with about 40% of alumni in the private sector, 24% in the nonprofit sector, 27% in government, and the remaining 9% in academia. Our graduates also have a strong record of winning various prestigious awards, such as Fulbright Fellowships, U.S. Presidential Management Fellowships, and international development fellowships.