MS International Relation Career

A postgraduate degree in International Relations provides the knowledge and understanding of state affairs. With the clarity and emphasis on speech and critical thinking, students are capable of pursuing careers in government as well as the private sector. It helps with the acquaintance of the global world and its issues. It will provide assistance to students who want to pursue a doctorate, and are willing to acquire the knowledge of international relations with correspondence to research work. This leads to various opportunities for students who are willing to understand the several complexities of different nations at an international forum. A graduate of International Relations can play an active role in the positive relationship of states. They can help in the prevention of conflicts at international forums. In addition to politics, the graduates can address various social issues, work in international law, international lobbies, as a diplomat, and many more opportunities. 

Career Options: 

The career options to forward for a graduate of International Relations are diverse:

Political Analyst:

As a political analyst, a graduate can avail themselves of government job opportunities and at private organizations as well. They can work as an analyst with their thorough knowledge of international affairs. They will be able to analyze various laws and their implementation within the government. They will be capable enough to highlight the progress at the government level. To provide knowledge of international politics to the masses. 

Diplomat:

With the knowledge and understanding of political affairs, an individual can work as a diplomat of the country. To ensure a safe and healthy relationship among other states. To be able to collect all the international information for your country’s interest. To act as a negotiator for the peace and safety of the country. 

International Organizations:

There are various international organizations at the public and private levels where the graduates can look forward to a career. The international organizations include United Nations (UN), UNICEF, and more. A graduate of International relations can work as a representative of a particular state. 

Academia (Higher education lecturer):

A graduate with an International Relations degree can always look forward to the academic side. There are various opportunities in well-known universities that look forward to capable and highly educated lecturers. They will be able to teach the future generations of Pakistan to lead in various organizations. 

Government Social Research Officer:

Graduates can gather the opportunity to work as research officers for the government. It will include working on various research projects, developing the various methodologies, delivering presentations at different meetings, and ensuring quality research in the government sector. They will address the information on the analysis of a policy and its issues. 

Organizations:

A graduate leading towards a career as a journalist can work at various media houses including government and private etc. Students can work at Pakistan Foreign Policy offices, Civil Services, Print and Electronic Media, and some private organizations. 

Salary Range:

The graduates of International Relations can work in various organizations at the executive level. The estimated starting salary of IR is starting from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 60,000 monthly. The salary package of the individual increases with the time and experience of the individual.