Paris, France
DEGREE TYPE
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English, French
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
General objectives
The Master in International Governance and Diplomacy at Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA) provides an in-depth view of a wide range of policy issues involving international governance at the international, national and local levels, and the practice of diplomacy on both a multi-lateral and bi-lateral basis. The program takes an analytical approach to policies and equips students with the skills to design, implement and analyse from different levels of expertise and sectors. It brings together the knowledge of diverse actors to manage collective action on the international stage, whilst incorporating diplomatic practices.
Main orientations and specific features
This intensive two-year program is divided into three academic semesters and one practical semester (during semester 3) designed to develop professional, research and analytical potentials of the students.
Courses in the core curriculum of the Master focus on the following seven main themes:
- Policy Analysis for International Governance;
- International Political Economy and Economic Policy;
- International Law;
- Strategy, Leadership and Management;
- International Organizations and fundamentals of diplomacy;
- Leadership and management in diplomacy;
- Diplomacy and foreign affairs;
Careers opportunities
International Governance and Diplomacy students may typically consider careers in the diplomatic corps, local, national or international administrations, in intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations or in transnational firms. They typically seek work in domains such as international cooperation, development or new public-private sector partnerships, consulting in international organizations or in the private sector.
Admission
- International admissions procedure: for applicants holding an undergraduate degree from outside of France
Assessment of international applications is made on a double analysis of the candidate's application file, on a rolling basis over the course of the application campaign. To get more info, click here.
- French admissions procedure: for applicants holding an undergraduate degree from France
Assessment of French applications is divided into two phases: an analysis of the candidate's application file, and an oral interview conducted with an admissions committee. To get more info, click here.