Professional Master of Arts in Russian - Journalism

University of Arizona

The University of Arizona’s School of International Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (SILLC), Eller College of Management, School of Journalism, and School of Government and Public Policy share a strong commitment to educating future leaders of the new global economy in a world that increasingly requires the highest level of intercultural competence.There is an increasing and strong demand for business professionals who keep humanity in mind and for citizens who are educated in the broadest sense possible so that they can participate in their own governance and engage with the world. Industries and organizations need an adaptable and creative workforce experts equipped with the cultural understanding, knowledge of social dynamics, and language proficiency to lead our economy and institutions through complex global situations.The Professional M.A. in Russian requires a minimum of 33 units. Only under exceptional circumstances (such as when a student is interested in a topic/area that is not addressed at all within regular course offerings), up to three credits of Independent Study (RSSS 599) may be counted toward the Professional M.A., pending faculty availability and DGS approval. Students normally proceed through the Professional M.A. in four semesters. Most often students in the Journalism Emphasis will complete their coursework by taking the courses outlined below but in cases where these suggested classes are not available, or in instances where you and your advisors determine that a slightly different selection of courses would enhance your Plan of Study and/or better serve your academic and professional interests, substitutions may be approved. Please consult with both the DGS and your Faculty Mentor when registering for classes to ensure that the courses you have chosen will allow you to make normal and timely progress toward your degree. All Professional M.A. students taking Russian courses taught in English must do all reading and written work in Russian whenever possible.