Overview

The Globalization and International Development (MA) at the University of Ottawa is an interdisciplinary program offered through the School of International Development and Global Studies. It aims to equip students with critical analytical skills to understand the complexities of globalization, international development policies, and their impacts on economies, societies, and environments. Unique features include a bilingual (English-French) learning environment, opportunities for fieldwork, and a focus on policy-oriented research in areas like sustainable development, global inequality, and human rights.

Career Prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in international organizations, government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and private sector consultancies. The program emphasizes practical skills in policy analysis, project management, and cross-cultural communication, leading to careers that address global challenges such as poverty reduction and climate change adaptation.

Key Faculty/Staff

The program is led by faculty experts in development economics, international relations, and global governance, including researchers affiliated with the Institute of the Environment and the Centre for International Policy Studies.

Unique Facilities or Partnerships

Students have access to specialized resources like the uOttawa Library's global studies collections and the MacOdrum Library. Partnerships include collaborations with international bodies such as the United Nations and Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) affiliates, offering internship and research opportunities.