Master's Degree, Institute of History and International Relations
41.04.05 International Relations. Studies of socialist and post-socialist societies
Program Overview
The Master's program is aimed at training specialists in the field of research of socialist and post-socialist societies in the context of international relations.
The modern system of international relations is developing under the influence of socialist and communist ideologies (in the countries of Southeast Asia, South America, etc.) and political practices that had and continue to have a huge impact on all spheres of human life in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Despite the collapse of the USSR and the world socialist system, leftist ideas play an important role in the life of modern society around the world. These processes need comprehensive scientific expertise within the framework of international scientific cooperation. The program is designed for specialists in cooperation in organizations and enterprises of an international nature, including those focused on cooperation with the former republics of the USSR and the socialist camp, as well as countries with a dominant socialist ideology and social movement.
Core curriculum
Basis | Specialized subjects |
Foreign language of the target region Methodology and Methods of International Relations Expert Analysis of International Processes Leading Powers and Regional Systems Analysis of International Situations International Economy and Data Analysis | Anthropology of Post-Socialist Societies Economic Theories and Marxism Practice Political Systems and Ideologies of Socialist Countries Methods of Sociological Research Mathematical and Applied Methods of Expert Analysis and Decision-making Geoeconomics in the Asian Century Cultural Diplomacy of Socialist and Post-Socialist States Regional Integrations History and Culture of Asian Countries Socialist Modernity Formal and Informal Organizations in the USSR and Post-Socialist Countries Mass Society: Contemporary Problems of Study Socialist Countries in the Changing World |
Program Benefits
- The MSt is designed for students who wish to study while pursuing their careers. Our students use the knowledge and analytical skills acquired on the course to further develop their careers in areas as diverse as international organizations, NGOs, teaching, blue chip companies, the civil service, the armed forces, finance, law, film-making, transport and business. Emphasis on applied research and projects.
- Several disciplines are taught in both Russian and English.
- Possibility of choosing a region of specialization and cross-regional perspectives.
- Attracting researchers and practitioners from Russian and foreign partners - The Institute of World Economy and International Relations, MGIMO, Moscow State University, I. A. Bunin Yelets State University, etc.
- Training practices are held in Ministry of Economic Development of the Rostov Region, Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Rostov Region, state and municipal authorities.
Prospects. Career & Employment
Individuals interested in world affairs, foreign policy and global economics often pursue a degree in international relations, which can prepare them for many fascinating and rewarding careers.
Sample job titles in International Relations:
- Interpreter $46,852 per year
- Language specialist $62,936 per year
- Political consultant $77,674 per year
- Intelligence specialist $40,526 per year
- Translator $47,985 per year
- International marketing specialist $57,173 per year
- International benefits analyst $66,372 per year
- International logistics manager $67,189 per year
- Nonprofit program coordinator $48,865 per year
- Public relations specialist $76,102 per year
Why pursue a Master's degree in International Relations?
The relevance of the program in the Russian and international labor market provides broad prospects for its graduates for their professional implementation in the market of educational, consulting services, in the field of science, and in public service. Including in expert-analytical, scientific and educational centers in Russia and abroad, information agencies, cultural and educational organizations, public authorities, analytical centers, international companies.
Graduates can work in different spheres:
- State structures or embassies
- Consulting companies
- Private corporations
- Research institutes
- Mass media and media holdings