I’m in the Master of Arts program, so how would my job search differ from that of a Master of Science student?
Like every graduate, you will need to demonstrate to employers a high capability to report and write. Our MA students have attained at least a beginning level of competency in reporting and writing, and generally seek to find full-time, permanent jobs that will allow them to focus mostly on working in their specialty area, and that’s the best strategy. Such specialty positions can be difficult to find in some markets, but having the additional expertise and training at Columbia provides at least a running start. Some have pursued book contracts, some were hired at places like Foreign Affairs, Christian Science Monitor, Time, PBS NewsHour, USA Today, Reuters, CNN, Time, Newsweek, The Washington Post and Bloomberg News. Some MA grads choose to do just freelancing or fellowships of various durations in the U.S. or abroad while few have taken adjunct teaching positions. Again: flexibility can mean more opportunities. Like the MS students, MAs without extensive experience levels should cons
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