Master of International Policy and Practice (MIPP) | Learn More

The Master of International Policy and Practice (MIPP) degree from the Elliott School at George Washington University draws the finest mid-career professionals together for a powerful collaborative and interdisciplinary program.



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A Strong Core

Three courses are the foundation of the MIPP program. Leadership and economics are the focus of these classes. On-campus students have the option to select one core class to fit their specialization.

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Many Electives

Students choose a specialization that includes 18 hours of elective credits selected to fit their individual goals.

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Online or On-Campus Options

The flexibility of both our online MIPP option and the many evening classes of our on-campus MIPP option works well for professionals everywhere.

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“At its core, the MIPP is unmatched in its ability to put students in direct touch with successful practitioners from around the world in the fields of diplomacy, business, defense, politics, and non-governmental organizations. It’s a solid foundation for a huge step forward in the international policy practitioner’s path to success.”

Jonathan Bissell

MIPP Class of 2015