International Studies, MA
This degree is available ONLY to students in the Lauder Institute of Management & International Studies.
Lauder MA courses integrate knowledge across international economics, comparative politics, sociology, anthropology, history, language, culture, and more. Out of the classroom, students will participate in required immersion experiences which engage students in hands-on learning in their Program of Concentration. Every Lauder graduate is expected to gain superior proficiency in at least one language other than English.
The interdisciplinary knowledge, intercultural fluency, and language ability that Lauder students acquire over 24 months for careers and endeavors across different countries and industries. A Lauder MA degree in International Studies enhances a business leader’s ability to understand regional and global issues and to navigate cultural differences. Ultimately, it drives the success of our alumni in life after Lauder.
For more information: https://lauder.wharton.upenn.edu/curriculum/
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Lauder Program Requirements - MA | ||
| Program of Concentration Courses | ||
| 5 credits in INTS 5500-7699 | 5 | |
| INTS 7100 | Evidence and Analysis for Global Business Strategies | 1 |
| INTS 7210 | Global Business through the Humanities | 1 |
| INTS 7200 | Global Business through the Social Sciences | 1 |
| INTS 7410A & INTS 7410B & INTS 7410C & INTS 7410D & INTS 7410E | Leadership & Intercultural Learning and Leadership & Intercultural Learning and Leadership & Intercultural Learning and Leadership & Intercultural Learning and Leadership & Intercultural Learning | 1 |
| INTS 9910 | Master's Research | 1 |
| 1 SAS Elective | 1 | |
| International MBA Electives: | ||
| MGMT 6110 | Managing Established Enterprises | 1 |
| or MGMT 6120 | Management of Emerging Enterprises | |
| FNCE 6130 | Macroeconomics and the Global Economic Environment | 1 |
| or FNCE 6230 | Macroeconomics and The Global Economic Environment (Half CU) | |
| LGST 6110 | Responsibility in Global Management | 0.5 |
| or LGST 6130 | Business, Social Responsibility, and the Environment | |
| Additional International MBA Electives 1 | 1.5 | |
| Total Course Units | 15 | |
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See department for list of preapproved courses. Students can also petition courses not listed for approval from the Program Director.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ||
| Summer | ||
| Pre-Immersion on campus | 0 | |
| Immersion Abroad | 1 | |
| INTS 7100 | Evidence and Analysis for Global Business Strategies | 1 |
| INTS 7200 | Global Business through the Social Sciences | 1 |
| INTS 7410A | Leadership & Intercultural Learning | 0.5 |
| Fall | ||
| Language course or Program of Concentration 1 | 1 | |
| MBA Coursework | 1 | |
| INTS 7210 | Global Business through the Humanities | 1 |
| INTS 7410B | Leadership & Intercultural Learning | 0.13 |
| Spring | ||
| Language course or Program of Concentration 1 | 1 | |
| MBA Coursework | 1 | |
| INTS 7410C | Leadership & Intercultural Learning | 0.13 |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| Language course or Program of Concentration 1 | 1 | |
| MBA Coursework | 0.5 | |
| INTS 7410D | Leadership & Intercultural Learning | 0.13 |
| INTS 9910 | Master's Research | 1 |
| Spring | ||
| Language course or SAS Elective for Program of Concentration Students 1 | 1 | |
| MBA Coursework | 1.5 | |
| INTS 7410E | Leadership & Intercultural Learning | 0.11 |
| INTS 9910 | Master's Research | 1 |
| Total Course Units | 15 | |
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Students take one course each semester in fulfillment of the Program of Concentration. Post-summer immersion in the first year, students in the Global Program and Africa Program take a required sequence of courses in the first three semesters of the Program and an approved SAS elective in the final semester. All other students in Regional Programs take INTS-Language courses.