Executive Master in International Relations (EMIR)
Geneva, Switzerland
DURATION
2 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
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TUITION FEES
CHF 18,500
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
* Only turist VISA procedure is needed for this programme
Introduction
Executive Master in International Relations (EMIR)
The Executive Master in International Relations (EMIR) is a flexible and challenging graduate programme aimed at enriching the skills of professionals through a diverse modular curriculum, tailored teaching methods, and an interactive learning environment.
Programme aims
To gain an understanding of 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 programmes in international and multicultural environments; Engage in a culturally diverse learning environment and build a network of professional relations with fellow students and faculty.
Duration
The EMIR programme spans 9 months (three semesters) and includes regular evening classes, weekend workshops, a week-long summer or winter school and a final dissertation. Modules are practice-driven and solution-oriented and will be taught in English by a multinational faculty that includes experienced academics and practitioners.
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Curriculum
EMIR is structured in a modular and flexible way to accommodate the time constraints of busy professionals.
EMIR is built around 7 pillars:
• 4 Teaching Modules (4 weeks)
• 2 Student Group projects
• 1 Thesis
Issues Covered Teaching Modules
• Module 1. Understanding and Governing Global Issues
• Module 2. International Crises and Strategic Response Tools
• Module 3. New dimensions of International Relations and Diplomatic Leadership
• Module 4. Diplomatic Skills and Strategies to Address Global Challenges
Issues Covered
• Governing global issues
• Foreign policy, geopolitics, and global security
• Fundamental skills for tomorrow’s leaders
• Diplomatic Writing
• Communications
• Negotiation
• Systems Thinking
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Program Outcome
- Evaluate the dynamics of 21st-century diplomacy and international politics.
- Identify new dimensions of foreign policy, geopolitics, global security, development, and sustainability.
- Explain global governance issues.
- Implement negotiation, communication, and leadership skills to effectively meet complex situations, manage crises, and encourage international cooperation.