Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Global Security
Program Overview
Looking to start or transition into a career in the civilian, military, or government sectors? HPU's Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Global Security (MADGS) program offers a globalist education, setting you up for success in the highly competitive knowledge economy. Long recognized as a leader in diplomacy studies, HPU's revamped program allows you to choose electives in several concentrations that will display on your transcript.
The program is intellectually challenging, yet highly rewarding. Students are able to balance a broad survey of topics with the ability to specialize through concentrations and certificates. This structure helps build both foundational understanding and deep subject matter expertise. Topics include civil resistance, propaganda, regional diplomacy, and human rights.
Our MADGS program can be completed in under 18 months on a full course load. Tuition for the 2024-25 academic school year is $1,091/credit*.
*To view estimated cost of attendance, visit hpu.edu/costs.
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Year-round start dates available
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Begin your program in fall (August), spring (January) or summer (May)
- Courses are held at HPU's downtown Honolulu campus and online
- Full-time and part-time course schedules offered
Admissions requirements
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Online application—go to hpu.edu/apply ($55 app fee)
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Official transcripts
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Letter(s) of recommendation
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Statement of purpose
- Prerequisite courses and/or relevant work experience
- English proficiency required for international students
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Why choose HPU for your Master's in Internation Relations and Diplomacy?
Our faculty are accessible, passionate, and intentional in their teaching methods. Small class sizes contribute to a close-knit academic community, strong relationships with faculty, and lively classroom discussion which creates a culture of collaboration and shared purpose.
The MADGS degree opens the door to career paths in law, NGOs, management, and more. From attending policy events and conferences to customized learning experiences, students are able to make an impact with hands-on opportunities.
The program attracts international, civilian, and military students alike, creating a student body that facilitates comprehending the complexities of contemporary security and diplomatic challenges.
MADGS Coursework
Our MADGS degree is a minimum 33-credit program. Courses are held on campus in 16-week semesters, summer 8-week half semesters, and online. The sample degree plan listed below is a guide and may be subject to change.
Note: the new MADGS program is pending certification for military and international students; in the interim, these students may enroll in the existing Master of Arts in Diplomacy & Military Studies (MADMS) program and then seamlessly transfer to the MADGS program once certification is granted. There is no difference in cost or credit hours between the two programs, and all completed credits will transfer to the new MADGS program.
Degree Plan, Full-time Enrolled
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Semester 1
- PSCI 6601 Seminar: Diplomacy and International Relations
- Elective
- Elective
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Semester 2
- HIST 6602 Seminar: Military & Diplomatic History - Methods, Approaches, & Historiography
- Elective
- Elective
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Semester 3
- DGS 7601 Seminar: Research Methods in Diplomacy & Military Studies
- Elective
- Elective
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Semester 4
- DGS 7602 Capstone Seminar: Writing in Diplomacy & Military Studies
- Elective
Open elective courses can be selected from among the following disciplines: HIST, PSCI, INTR, ANTH, ARTH, PHIL, STSS, SUST.