Master in Digital International Relations & Diplomacy
Geneva, Switzerland
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
CHF 10,780 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
The Master in Digital International Relations and Diplomacy program is designed to balance theoretical knowledge and practical application. Geared towards empowering participants for swift entry into careers with international organizations, the foreign service, policy-making, international business, non-profits, and journalism, among others, our curriculum is tailored to provide a comprehensive understanding of international relations, coupled with hands-on experiences that mirror the dynamic challenges of the field. This dual approach enhances academic excellence and equips students with the practical skills necessary for success in their future roles.
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Curriculum
The Master in Digital International Relations and Diplomacy program is designed to balance theoretical knowledge and practical application. Geared towards empowering participants for swift entry into careers with UN organizations, our curriculum is tailored to provide a comprehensive understanding of international relations, coupled with hands-on experiences that mirror the dynamic challenges of the field. This dual approach enhances academic excellence and equips students with the practical skills necessary for success in their future roles.
The Master in Digital International Relations and Diplomacy (60 ECTS) is a one-year, three-term, full-time program. Each term comprises two subject-specific courses plus a project-based module and a skills-development module. Throughout the year, students will also participate in real-life case studies, and international negotiations, will have access to international organizations, and will participate in the innovative Business Immersion Weeks which take place every term. To graduate, participants must also complete an internship and internship report.
Year 1
Term 1 (18 ECTS)
- Introduction to International Relations & Diplomacy I – UNITAR
- The Evolution of Diplomacy: From Embassy to Digital Stakeholder Diplomacy
- The Diplomacy of Big Data, Analytics & Information
- Tools for Success
- Business Immersion Week
- Winning Strategies for Market Entry
Term 2 (18 ECTS)
- Introduction to International Relations & Diplomacy II – UNITAR
- Scenario Management for the Future
- Cross-Cultural UX: Public Opinion & AI Diplomacy
- Developing a Leadership Edge
- Business Immersion Week
- Strategic Development for Business Success
Term 3 (18 ECTS)
- Introduction to International Relations & Diplomacy III – UNITAR
- Diplomacy
- Ethics & Diplomacy
- Building Successful Teams
- Business Immersion Week
- New Product Development for Growth
Program Outcome
Learning Outcomes
The program develops a comprehensive view of the role of modern tools in international relationships and diplomacy, and how fundamental it is in driving these relationships. During this program, students will:
- Investigate the impact of political, economic, sociocultural, technological, and physical environments in international relations and how to manage them
- Understand the relationship between technological tools and political action
- Learn analytical, strategic, and operational diplomatic competencies
- Study the major processes of international relations through case studies, practical experience, and class discussion
Degree Awarded
A joint master's degree from UNITAR, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, and EU Business School Switzerland, which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, and IQA, and certified by Educa.
Benefits of Studying a Master's
- International networking with classmates, lecturers, and business professionals
- Improve critical-thinking skills and learn to be a problem-solver
- Gain a global perspective by studying in a diverse and multicultural environment.
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Career Opportunities
Upon the successful completion, graduates have a wide array of career options and business opportunities available to them. In response to the growing demand for flexible and entrepreneurial business professionals, this program is designed to foster the skills required for a successful career in the international business arena.
EU & UNITAR's graduates possess an international mindset, and multicultural awareness and are innovative thinkers. This makes them ideal candidates for positions at large, multinational companies and dynamic, disruptive entrepreneurs ready to start their businesses.
Why study at The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Why Geneva?
Studying the Master in Digital International Relations & Diplomacy in exclusive partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) in Geneva allows students to benefit from proximity to the Swiss capital’s remarkable concentration of outstanding intergovernmental organizations, financial institutions, and the headquarters of multinational companies. It is home to the highest number of international organizations in the world, including the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, the World Health Organization, and the Red Cross. EU students are given an insider’s glimpse of the workings of these world-famous organizations and institutions during company visits and networking events.
The diverse and international community in Geneva allows students to gain a global mindset and expand their cultural awareness during their time in the EU. These soft skills are essential for any future business leader's repertoire and are highly desirable traits in the international job market. Geneva’s combination of tranquility, diversity, and business excellence makes this city a perfect location to gain a business education.