Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, B.A. and Masters of International Development M.S. 3+2

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With philosophy, politics and economics , students learn how to critically analyze, strategically plan and implement while receiving a solid grounding in each discipline while studies in global development gives the foundation to make a brighter world with a multi-disciplinary approach to study, coupled with a classroom that spans the world.

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Why Study Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, B.A. and International Development M.S at PBA?

The philosophy, politics, and economics major is fitting for an undergraduate seeking positions in government, public life, institutional leadership, managerial or strategy or someone looking to travel and have an impact on communities around the world.

Global development gives students the foundation to make a brighter world with a multi-disciplinary approach to study, coupled with a classroom that spans the world. We train our graduates to take advanced leadership positions in international NGO’s and multi-national corporations. Our graduates have take positions with foreign governments, domestic not-for-profits, international banks, a variety of public/private partnerships and missions agencies.

Enroll in this dual degree program to maximize your impact by studying all the above disciplines in only five years.

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Career Opportunities

  • Law
  • Government
  • Health professions
  • Government service
  • Public policy
  • Youth development
  • International organizations and advocacy

Program Details

As a student in the School of Arts & Sciences, you’ll find a rich array of programs—from creative writing and philosophy to mathematics and the sciences—all of which are delivered with a Christian worldview. And you’ll discover opportunities that could include studying marine wildlife in the Galapagos, the Atlantic or the Everglades; interning at a Fortune 500 company; or exploring the ancient architecture of Rome. On any given day as a student in the School of Arts & Sciences you may find yourself:

  • Presenting research at a national psychology conference
  • Analyzing polling data as an intern for a candidate for Congress
  • Studying sea turtles in the Atlantic
  • Participating in exciting educational tripsincluding to the Galapagos or the Everglades.
  • Supporting the computer network for one of West Palm Beach’s Fortune 500 companies
  • Analyzing DNA
  • Publishing a story in PBA’s literary journal Living Waters Review
  • Walking the stages of London’s renowned theatres
  • Enhancing your knowledge and skills through clubs and organizations, like the Mathematics Club or the Marine Biology Club

Learn more about your classes and requirements in the course catalog.

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