The Certificate in Border Administration, offered by the Institute for Policy and Economic Development at UT El Paso, is a four-course (12 semester hour) interdisciplinary program in border administration at the graduate level. The program is designed for persons employed in regional governments and non-profits and students interested in careers in border administration. The certificate program provides core knowledge in border theory and border issues: the geography, globalization, economics, security, foreign policy, regional planning, and social, political and multi-cultural dynamics of borders.
The Certificate in Border Administration is available to students in the Master of Public Administration program. It is also designed for government employees and professionals in military, private and non-profit organizations, especially those working for agencies that are charged with the administration of border-related and bi-national programs.
COURSES
Link to a listing of the courses required for the program. To find out when the courses will be offered, link to the course catalog, select the program and click search. Catalog search results will return the schedules for at least two semesters, but not all programs are scheduled that far in advance.
PARTICIPATING INSTITUTION AND ADVISOR
J. Scott McDonald
Professor
Institute for Policy and Economic Development
The University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, Texas 79968-0703
Phone (915) 747-5557
Fax (915) 747-7948
Email jmcdonald2@utep.edu
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Will I have to visit the campus? The program will be offered predominantly using the Internet, but may include supplemental materials such as video/audio tapes and CD-ROM. Students will not be required to attend the campus at any time.
- How much will it cost? Students are billed by UTEP for courses. Links to campus tuition and fee information can be found on the cost & financial information page.
- How can I find more information? Contact the advisor for additional information about the program.
GETTING STARTED
Certificate Admission Requirements
Prospective students should apply to the UTEP graduate school and note they are pursuing the online certificate. Applicants will need to send transcripts, but the GRE is waived. An admission statement should also be included that addresses such questions as: why the applicant is returning to school, the professional rewards expected, their scholarly interest, etc.For additional information on registration and course access, please link to Enrollment Services.