德保尔大学

The Master of Science in International Public Service (IPS) ) prepares students interested in public policy to serve the common good and advance a just society, in the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul. The IPS degree educates professionals to the field of international development and global humanitarian affairs. It provides the essential competencies and skills for managing international projects and leading international nongovernmental organizations. The curriculum offers a balanced education in international leadership (ethical, theoretical and practical), project management (for organizations, sectors, institutions) and evaluation (assessment, monitoring and impact analysis). Through study abroad programs, international internships and applied research projects with nongovernmental and intergovernmental organizations, the IPS degree is required for a professional career in international development.

Mission Statement

The Master of Science in International Public Service (IPS) degree prepares students to work in governmental, nongovernmental and business organizations that seek to reduce disparities in resources and opportunities in locations across the globe. We believe that such work requires an understanding of cross-sector relations, management skills and first-hand experiences in strengthening community capacity using ethical reasoning and sustainable approaches. We promote compassion for marginalized communities and service to all with sensitivity, professionalism, accountability, transparency, and justice.

Learning Outcomes

​Students will be able to:

• Explain relevant topical issues in international public service to target audiences in the appropriate written and oral formats.
• Apply an ethical framework in making an organization decision on a current moral dilemma.
• Analyze the leadership, management, and strategic planning skills essential to sustaining international public service organizations.
• Demonstrate their research competencies through a multi-step self-assessment process.