United School for Liberal Studies
Postgraduate Certificate in Global Studies
- Barcelona, Spain
- Brussels, Belgium
Postgraduate Certificate
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
CHF 9,000
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus, Blended
Key Summary
About: The Postgraduate Certificate in Global Studies at the United School for Liberal Studies (USLS) is a part‑time, online programme in English. Part‑time students can complete certificate in 1 up to 2 academic years. There’s no deadline to apply and six start dates: October, November, January, February, April, May.
Career Outcomes: USLS offers dedicated career services, job placement support, employer meetings, and networking events. Graduates can pursue careers in international relations, global affairs, cross‑cultural communication, policy analysis, NGO/nonprofit programme management, education, research, or international project coordination. These career opportunities build skills in global studies, intercultural competence, policy and programme development.
Program duration: 1 up to 2 academic years, part-time
Program format: Part-time, Online
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Postgraduate Certificate in Global Studies
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Location: Online
Starting dates: 6
Program Duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Certificate in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on:
- The number of courses attempted per quarter.
- Course selection and planning.
All Postgraduate students are considered part-time. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.
Kick-start Your Studies Up to 6 Times Per Year
Students can choose between multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal further education planning.
Starting dates:
- October, November, January, February, April, or May.
Study Destinations
Students can transfer between campuses on a quarterly basis with guaranteed program compatibility. Our quarter-based academic calendar allows for a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Postgraduate students can study abroad in 6 of our 9 global campus locations:
All campuses are centrally located in vibrant international cities. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters. Those who prefer shorter study-abroad experiences can join seminar courses taught by visiting professors at several of our campuses throughout the academic year.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Postgraduate Certificate in Global Studies. This credential is awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are scheduled across main and branch campuses from Monday to Saturday, between 8:30 and 18:30.
Course formats include:
- Standard sessions of 3 hours each.
- Intensive seminar courses with visiting professors, allowing for flexible study schedules and encouraging inter-campus exchanges and global networking.
Refer to the course planning for further details on seminar course availability.
Additional online courses may be available; however, academic policies and conditions apply.
Program Requirements
DBA courses
- ACA7001 - Applied Research Techniques (5)
- BUS7001 - Corporate Social Responsibility (5)
- BUS7002 - Global Business Development (5)
- BUS7102 - Advanced Cases in Global Business (5)
- COM7002 - Corporate Communication Strategies (5)
- ECO7001 - Advanced International Economics (5)
- HUM7001 - Advanced Organizational Behavior (5)
- HUM7003 - Global Leadership Styles (5)
- INF7001 - Management Information Systems (5)
- INT8801 - Postgraduate Dissertation Proposal (5)
- INT8802 - Postgraduate Dissertation (10)
- MAN7001 - Strategic Decision-making (5)
- QUA7001 - Quantitative Research Methods (5)
Ph.D. courses
- ACA7001 - Applied Research Techniques (5)
- CUL7001 - Applied Cultural Theories (5)
- HUM7002 - Advanced Psychology (5)
- INT8801 - Postgraduate Dissertation Proposal (5)
- INT8802 - Postgraduate Dissertation (10)
- MAN7105 - Advanced Cases in Global Management (5)
- QUA7001 - Quantitative Research Methods (5)
- SOC7001 - Advanced Sociology (5)
Higher Education courses
- ACA7002 - Global Perspectives on Teaching and Learning (5)
- ACA7003 - Higher Education Course Design and Preparation (5)
- ACA7004 - Higher Education Teaching and Evaluation (5)
- ACA7101 - Advanced Cases in Higher Education (5)
UIBS Quality: Accreditations & Global Rankings
United International Business School (UIBS) is dedicated to academic excellence, holding prestigious international accreditations and consistently ranking as a top-tier business school.
Programmatic Accreditations
Our business programs meet rigorous global standards, ensuring your degree is recognized worldwide:
- ACBSP Accredited: Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (USA).
- ECBE Accredited: Accredited by the European Council for Business Education (Europe).
Quality Certifications
- eduQua Certified: Our Zurich and Geneva campuses hold the Swiss quality label for further education.
- ISO 9001:2015: Certified for high-standard Quality Management Systems.
Global Rankings (CEO Magazine)
UIBS is recognized as a leader in business education:
- Tier One European MBA Program.
- Top-ranked Global Online MBA.
- Premier Global Executive MBA.
Academic Memberships
We are proud members of leading educational associations, including AACSB, EFMD, and CEEMAN.
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive a Postgraduate Certificate in Global Studies degree awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
This program does not have any scholarship opportunities available.
Career preparation and job placement
Our Careers Department supports our students in planning their career paths by:
- Organizing several career seminars
- Offering the possibility of meeting with business professionals interested in recruiting
- Maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our study programs are designed to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students are also assisted with finding attractive internships and jobs with local as well as multinational companies and organizations. In addition, we review our students' CVs and provide useful tips for job interviews.
Dedicated career services
With the help from our dedicated career services and our online career center, students and alumni get the career support they need to help their professional careers take off.
Our dedicated career department organizes relevant career seminars and guest speaker events on a quarterly basis, and our online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers and internship opportunities, as well as a wide range of videos and articles with helpful tips and advice.
Professional career perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across various industries. It is important to note that our programs do not aim for access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government employment may be limited because of the private nature of our degrees, several alumni do work for government authorities in various positions.
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Program Duration
Part-time students can earn a Postgraduate Certificate in 1 or 2 academic years, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. All Postgraduate students are considered part-time. Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit.