Founded in 1994
Personnel Distribution by Gender
- Academic: 59% Female, 41% Male
- Invited: 55% Female, 45% Male
Personnel Distribution by Type
- 36 Assistants
- 39 Assistant-Professors
- 53 Associated Professors
- 53 Professors
Georgian Institute of Public Affairs
About
The main goal of GIPA has been to support the development of a new field of Public Administration and Policy in Georgia, through the education of a cadre of public servants in Georgia. GIPA administers four schools and offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, vocational education programs, training courses, consultations and PhD programs in Social Sciences.
In hoc signo vinces - Under this sign you will win
Since its establishment, the main goal of GIPA has been to support the development of a new field of Public Administration and Policy in Georgia, through the education of a cadre of public servants in Georgia.
At the initial stage, the academic personnel was staffed with professors from leading American Universities. Within the framework of NAPA cooperation, they led the Masters program and provided textbooks, training and workshops to Georgian professors to share their knowledge and experience, by participating in the program management. Gradually, the American academic personnel were replaced with highly qualified Georgian professors, who were equipped with Western knowledge and modern teaching methods and skills.
Currently, GIPA administers four schools and offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, vocational education programs, training courses, consultations and PhD programs in Social Sciences to interested individuals.
Vision
As a leading university, we equip graduates with independent and critical thinking skills, set trends in research and education, and drive Georgia's European and Euro-Atlantic integration. We strive to nurture leaders with exceptional knowledge and a growth mindset by cultivating an outstanding organizational culture that reflects our steadfast commitment to excellence and lifelong learning.
Mission
GIPA's mission is to educate and inspire a new generation of professionals through the creation, transfer, and application of cutting-edge knowledge. Since our inception, we have been steadfast in our commitment to the ideals of freedom, training leaders who contribute to the development of a democratic society and state.
Schools
- School of Government
- Caucasus School of Journalism and Media Management
- School of Law and Politics
- School of Social Sciences
Centers
- Center for Local Governance (CLG)
- Training and Consulting Center
- Student Support and Career Development Center
- Center for Environmental Protection and Development
- The Policy Research Center (PRC)
- Cultural Heritage Center
- Students Media Center
- The Teaching Excellence Center
Library
In order to effectively implement educational and research processes at GIPA - Georgian Institute of Public Affairs, the unified library space of the university is equipped with a book fund and all necessary material and technical means which allow the university to effectively carry out educational-scientific and cultural-informational functions.
90% of graduates are successfully employed in public and business sectors, also at private, non-governmental and international organizations.
Contributing to development
Through interactive education programs, trainings and consultations, the university has been playing an important role in developing the field of Public Administration and good governance at the central, municipal and local levels for more than two decades. Herewith, by contributing to the development of independent and viable media in Georgia, GIPA continues to bring together successful leaders from various areas such as: public sector, business, law, civil society and media, who constantly share their knowledge and experience to students.
Democratic approach
The curricula of university programs are developed based on the values of democracy and freedom of expression. It provides students with theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills through the integration of research and interactive teaching principles. The university continues its successful cooperation with American and European Universities.
