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APSIA students and alumni are ready for the global marketplace.

They are trained to lead. They gain practical experience working in international, multicultural teams. They know how to communicate in-depth analyses clearly and succinctly. Their flexible training enables them to excel even as they move into new positions.

 

What can you do with an International Affairs degree?

Understand the economic, security, and political factors shaping the world.

Collaborate successfully with constituents and colleagues from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Monitor developments around the world, identify challenges, and recommend ways to address them.

Solve problems, drawing upon the knowledge of the historical, cultural, political, economic, and other factors that cause them.

Be ready for the jobs of the future. Explore all that you can do with an APSIA degree.

In 2022, APSIA graduates found full-time positions in:

Master the underlying principles of this interconnected world.

Be a change-maker.
Make a difference.

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University of Denver
Honoring Heritage and Impact: Natalie Dunn's Journey from Korbel to Venture Capital

Honoring Heritage and Impact: Natalie Dunn's Journey from Korbel to Venture Capital

Natalie Dunn, Principal Investor at LvlUp Ventures, is dedicated to supporting startups in their earliest stages, focusing on entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and the potential to create significant impact. Passionate about problem-solving and business building, she brings a founder's mindset to her work, emphasizing social impact and the pursuit of meaningful change....

University of Denver
Korbel Faculty Earns Spot on Foreign Affairs Best Books of 2024 List

Korbel Faculty Earns Spot on Foreign Affairs Best Books of 2024 List

Dr. Suisheng Zhao, Professor and Director of the Center for China-U.S. Cooperation (CCUSC) at the Josef Korbel School, continues to receive widespread recognition for his book, The Dragon Roars Back: Transformational Leaders and Dynamics of Chinese Foreign Policy (Stanford University Press)....

University of Denver
From Denver to the World: Korbel Students Expand Their Horizons During Winter Interterm

From Denver to the World: Korbel Students Expand Their Horizons During Winter Interterm

Studying abroad at the Korbel School isn’t just about hitting the books in a different country. It’s about creating opportunities for students to immerse themselves in new cultures, network with global leaders, and dare to redefine their futures. The month between the Fall and Winter Quarters — called “Winter Interterm” — is a chance for Korbel students to embrace these experiences....

Don’t be a bystander. Make a difference. Across the globe.

The camaraderie and collegiality of all member schools, including the sharing of ideas, challenges, [and] best practices has helped us to develop our Career Development Program, Professional Development Committee, Career Treks to Washington DC, and many others.

— David Robertson, Director of Career Services, University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy

We routinely use the APSIA network to recruit for highly talented graduates to join our agency and accomplish our mission.

— Office Director, Federal Agency