Best Masters in Social Sciences in Switzerland 2018. The Master of Arts in International Affairs and Governance (MIA) is designed for students who seek a professional career in business, government, non-profit organisations and international agencies. MIA graduates are trained as generalists and are skilled at integrating the specialist knowledge required to address today’s pressing political, economic, and social problems. Combining interdisciplinary study with a result-oriented approach, the MIA programme prepares graduates for a world in which leaders and professionals must increasingly be able to work across borders, disciplines and sectors. Curriculum The MIA programme is based on a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates the diverse perspectives constitutive of economics, political science, business administration and law. Our three compulsory courses “International Governance”, “State and Economy” and “International Politics, Economics and Business” provide the conceptual foundations, research methods and knowledge indispensable for a thorough understanding of the complexity of international problems. Specific courses and practical projects enable you to choose and refine your areas of specialisation and develop your own personal profile. The programme includes an attractive array of independent electives and contextual studies. Writing a Master’s thesis enables you to concentrate on a research question of your own choice. The MIA is particularly strong in the fields of trade and development, peace and security, as well as democracy and governance. The curriculum skilfully merges St.Gallen’s proven expertise in economics and business with the analytical study of practical issues pertaining to politics and society as a whole. Linking theory to practice is... [-]

KEY BENEFITS OF THE MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY Learning in a dynamic environment in Switzerland with a multicultural student body and faculty working in academia and international institutions; Providing knowledge and skills to analyze international issues, prepare policy reports and participate in international decision making via international conferences and meetings; Exploring the United Nations system, international regimes, regional agreements and technical cooperation between states; Gaining insight into multilateral diplomacy being in the heart of “International Geneva”. PROFILE

The Master of International Relations and Diplomacy (MIR) responds to the growing demand to train young professionals in Geneva for decision-making careers in international organizations, diplomatic services, and the private sector. Situated in the same city as the United Nations headquarters in Europe, the program takes full advantage of Geneva’s unique situation as a world capital of multilateral diplomacy. The MIR provides substantial resources for its international faculty and student body to network with international institutions (UNHCR, UNECE, UNCTAD, WTO, WHO, ILO, ITU, WIPO, WEF, ICRC) and diplomatic missions.... [-]

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Zurich University of the Arts

Programme ObjectivesThe Master of Advanced Studies Art & Society provides higher education in the field of Art & Society for professionals with practical experience and with an interest in working with art in social transformation processes.

Topics cover DIWO (do it with others) Culture, Crafts & Skills, Urban Agriculture, Art-led Participatory Processes, Practice Theory, Research Practice, Upcycling, Self-Organisation, Alternative Economy, Study Tours in IN--Bangalore, JP-Echigo Tsumari, CU-Havana, HK-Hong Kong, ID-Jakarta, ID-Jatiwangi, MY-Kuala Lumpur, CH-Zurich, etc.Modules focus on and take place in real-life contexts. They are designed collaboratively with local partner organizations, with artists, community and social workers, and researchers.... [-]

The way forward for your humanitarian career

The Master of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Logistics and Management (MASHLM) is a part-time executive program designed for humanitarian professionals who want to enrich their capacities and enhance their careers.

MASHLM provides training in the key areas of supply chain management, process and project management, strategic management, and humanitarian action. Students attend 6 blocks in Lugano, Switzerland.

Blocks 1 - 5 are 7 days. Block 6 is 12 days and includes thesis defense and graduation.

The entire program takes 1 year to complete. This format allows participants to earn their master's degree while still working full-time.... [-]

Enrich your professional profile in the public or private sector with high-level intercultural competencies!

Applications are open for 2018 and 2019!

The Master of Advanced Studies in Intercultural Communication (MIC) is a part-time postgraduate program for professionals engaged in managing operational or strategic situations in a multicultural context and in managing multicultural human resources.

Founded in 2004, MIC is the only academic program in Intercultural Communication of its kind in Europe that allows you to pursue your professional activity while studying.

Intercultural Communication is imperative for goals of inclusion and enrichment for everyone.... [-]

The MA-IR programme is a Double Master’s Degree programme with a focus on International Relations, Diplomacy and Business. The programme will better arm graduates to face some of the world’s changing challenges and newer problems. Deemed essential today is an ever-deepening alliance between international organisations, international diplomacy and international business. The joint MA-IR is, therefore, an increasingly sought-after foundation and platform to better understand, cope with and contribute more humanely and intelligently to the emerging challenges of the 21st century.

The programme is internationally accredited by The International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE).... [-]

At GSD, we offer Executive Education as part of our commitment to train and develop future leaders. The Executive Master in International Relations (EMIR) is a flexible and challenging graduate program aimed at enriching the skills of professionals through a diverse modular curriculum, tailored teaching methods, and an interactive learning environment.

PROGRAM AIMS Understand the dynamics of international politics and diplomatic issues, and to develop the practical skills necessary to master the challenges of 21st-century diplomacy; Advance cross-cultural negotiation and communication skills to better diffuse international frictions, manage crises and encourage international cooperation; Develop competence in dealing with challenges at the global, regional and national levels; Learn and incorporate tools, procedures, and instruments to effectively manage complex projects and programs in international and multicultural environments; Engage in a culturally diverse learning environment and build a network of professional relations with fellow students and faculty. STUDY MODE ... [-]

10% Early bird discount granted in the first year of study for all applications completed before March 1, 2018.

The mission of the MA in Psychology with an emphasis in counseling psychology program is to provide its participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent in counseling psychology through academic and experiential learning.

The program aims at educating future psychologists who have sound knowledge of the theory and practice of counseling psychology, who are competent consumers and creative producers of social science research, who are competent in counseling practice, and who are ethical and sensitive to the cultures, values, and worlds of various clients.... [-]

The Master of Arts (MA) in International Relations enables students to analyze the complexities and processes involved in world politics and international affairs. Coursework provides exposure to the key subfields of the discipline and relevant issues such as globalization, human rights, humanitarian action, and economic development. The program can help prepare students to compete for work with a governmental agency, an intergovernmental organization, a nongovernmental organization, or a multinational corporation. This program is also recommended for students planning to pursue a Ph.D., or an academic career at another institution.

Learning Outcomes

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TRAINING, OBJECTIVES Knowing the geographical, geopolitical and economic aspects of Europe Learn network administration, IT asset management, information systems security and administration of operating systems Learn to develop applications and create databases Master advanced programming, real-time and embedded systems Knowing conduct a project

A JOB Security Manager of Information Systems Project manager Consultant Information System IT auditor Project manager for application development

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Internships:

Internship or mission in company 6 to 12 weeks in the first year and 12 weeks in 2nd year Or Alternation (contact us) ... [-]

TRAINING, OBJECTIVES Measure knowledge and skills to understand Europe Master the basic marketing, communication and advertising Understanding the Law of the brand, companies and consumers Grasp the overall communication strategy and its legal framework Deepening web communication and new media

A JOB on line advertising manager Responsible keywords Editorial Project Manager editorial Webmaster Head of Internet project Advertising manager Traffic manager strategic planner, webplanner Head of multimedia product Responsible partenariatResponsable cross media editorial manager

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Internships:

Internship or mission in company 6 to 12 weeks in the first year and 12 weeks in 2nd year Or Alternation (contact us) ... [-]

TRAINING, OBJECTIVES Knowing the economic and geopolitical aspects of Europe Understand the fundamentals in sustainable development, ISO 26000, communication, quality, health, safety, environment and management, CSR Mastering social responsibility and sustainability in business

A JOB

The European Masters is aimed at those who plan to work in management for sustainable development, in line with all functions of the company, in the three main economic sectors in SME PMI:

Quality, Safety and Environment (QSE) Human resources, procurement, management, production Management, marketing, sales Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

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European Master ** issued by the European Federation of Schools (FEDE) - an association governed by Swiss law (CCS.art 60-79).

TRAINING, OBJECTIVES Identify and understand intercultural professional issues of Europe Know the Labor Law and Companies Deepen the financial management of a project and team management Assimilate methods of internal communication, staff management and remuneration policy Understanding the management of jobs and skills (GPEC) Control psychology and ergonomics Follow specialty training or recruitment

A JOB Training Manager recruitment manager Project manager HR consultant HR manager Development Manager Human Resources ... [-]

TRAINING, OBJECTIVES Understand the European business and its peculiarities Learn the methods of economic and quantitative analysis, control and internal audit Understanding business ethics, financial strategies and the banking organization Mastering the risk management, international financial management, tax strategies, legal and financial, as well as performance management

A JOB The lending institutions, insurance companies Investment management and securities analysis Financial markets, commerce, risk management The finance function of an organization Corporate finance, venture capital Business planning and consultation Strategic management in the financial field Risk management, group management Companies whose securities are admitted on a regulated market Prevention and management difficulties of Companies ... [-]

Master in Psychology Master of Science in Psychology, Option in Work and Organizational Psychology Objectives

Acquiring an education and training in work and organizational psychology so as to understand and deal with various phenomena such as human interactions in the workplace, effects of work-related factors on employees, and the attitudes and behaviors of individuals towards the organization. The curriculum is based on critical thinking and the mastery of appropriate methods of analysis.

Specific Assets High interactivity and the application of the most advanced didactic criteria Work in small groups and personalized tutoring Availability of the Professors Valuation of individual contributions Strong link between research and practice Possibilities to participate in international research collaborations Structure of the program ... [-]