GLOBALIZATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION: Development of an International Master’s Program

ABSTRACT: Creating an international program is a challenging endeavor. It involves understanding cultural and linguistic differences as well as an appreciation of university policies and philosophy in education. This paper focuses on the establishment of a hybrid master’s program in Instructional Technology at a Central American university. Cross-cultural challenges, multicultural issues in program implementation, and the need to develop viable international programs to build economic opportunities in global economies wil