Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa
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    Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa

    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America
    United States of America, Iowa City
    University Rank:#530
    Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa

    The Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa is a Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Iowa City , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on May 15, 2027.

    About Political Risk Analysis Certificate

    This certificate program prepares students to work in a growing area of focus for a multitude of corporations and international organizations--political risk analysis or risk intelligence.

    Risk analysis focuses on the effect that characteristics and events of a country have on company security, supply chains, the safety of individuals working or traveling in a country, and sovereign risk (the ability of a country to pay its debts).

    Understanding this risk provides assistance to companies and organizations so they can better manage their investments, assets, and activities in countries around the world based on threats they might face. 

    The Political Risk Analysis Certificate program is administered by the Department of Political Science.

    Disciplines

    College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa

    Entry Requirements

    Name of final diploma/certificate:
    Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)

    Minimum average overall grade requirement on core academic subjects such as mathematics, science, language, and social science courses (grade is comparable to U.S. grade of a B or 3.0 GPA):
    70/100%

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career Opportunities after Completing Political Risk Analysis Certificate

    Careers and Outcomes

    Opportunity in this field is growing as non-governmental organizations, companies, nonprofits, international organizations, and countries seek to understand the risks posed in specific countries and regions around the world and what that means for them and their policies. 

    Insurance and financial institutions, entertainment and retail companies, and international development organizations have divisions devoted to political risk analysis or intelligence. 

    Iowa graduates have job placement rates ranging from 86-100 percent, depending on their area of study, and our Pomerantz Career Center offers multiple resources to help students find internships and jobs.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa

    Application Fee 80

    How to Apply for Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa

    1. Submit your application.

      You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).

    2. Pay the application fee.

      The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.

    3. Upload your academic records.

      Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.

      Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams.

    4. Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.

      See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.

    5. Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.

      Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.

      ACT or SAT is required if:​
      • You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
      • You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)
         
    Political Risk Analysis Certificate at The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa
    United States of America

    United States of America, Iowa City

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