To Dual-Degree with an MBA or not? MBA vs. MIA/MPA with IFEP

For the people wanting to steer their careers toward economics and finance, a huge question appears very often…..Should I get an MBA? Then, for those wanting to steer their careers toward economics and finance AND applying to SIPA, a similar question appears……Should I get an MBA OR an MIA/MPA and concentrate in IFEP? Now while…

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SIPA in the Time of COVID-19

As many of you have heard, Columbia University switched to online classes and limited most university functions, other than the most necessary ones. Social distancing policies ask us to self-quarantine, limit going out to getting necessities, and keep at least a six-foot distance from others to protect not just us, but also the most vulnerable…

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SIPA in London: The 2020 Global Public Policy Network Conference

Pictured: SIPA Delegation to the conference with Dean Merit Janow and Dean Cory Way. On Saturday February 29, the London School of Economics (LSE) School of Public Policy hosted the Annual Global Public Policy Network Conference for 2020, which was focused on Global Innovative Public Policy Solutions. SIPA is a proud founding member of the…

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Decisions have been released; COVID-19 update

First, the biggest news: admissions decisions are out for the MIA, MPA, and MPA-DP programs. Thanks again to all of you for your patience, and as usual, we are honored to have read your applications. Second, in providing a safe and healthy campus, SIPA’s Office of Admissions and Financial Aid is working remotely for the…

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How to Choose a Graduate School

So now that you’ve submitted your graduate school applications, it’s time to start thinking seriously about choosing a school (after taking a much deserved break, of course). Most of you have applied to several schools, and all of the major schools of international affairs and public policy have so much to offer. How can you…

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