Geneva Institute of Geopolitical Studies
Geoconomics

Geneva, Switzerland

DEGREE TYPE

Certificate

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English, French

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Feb 2026

STUDY FORMAT

Key Summary

About : The Geoconomics program offers a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between geography and economics. Students will explore how global economic systems are shaped by geographical factors, and gain insights into international trade, finance, and political economy. This program aims to enhance analytical skills and offers students the chance to engage with real-world economic challenges through research projects and case studies.

Career Outcomes : Graduates of the Geoconomics program can expect to pursue careers in various fields such as international relations, economic analysis, policy-making, and consultancy. Potential roles include geoeconomist, economic advisor, and trade analyst. This program equips students with critical skills for a dynamic job market.

The principal objective of this study programme is to introduce the main components of geoeconomic analysis and economic intelligence. The course adopts an interdisciplinary approach that incorporates economic, financial, geographic, demographic, historic, cultural and political factors, in order to examine the geoeconomic aspects of contemporary International Relations.

The evolving strategic position of the nation state in the context of globalisation and economic competition is analysed. Economic intelligence strategies and different approaches to develop geoeconomic dispositions are discussed. Having completed this study program, participants are expected to demonstrate the ability to identify the different parameters taken into consideration in geoeconomic analysis, to analyse different strategic frameworks of states and private corporations to enhance their power positions in international economic relations and to integrate geoeconomic factors in the decision making processes.

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