Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy and Related Qualifications

Introduction

In an increasingly interconnected, globalized and complex world, where the importance of multilateral dialogue and cooperation is ever growing, the demand for training and capacity development in the field of international relations and diplomacy is constantly rising. In this regard, the establishment of this innovative Online Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy as well as the Post-Graduate Certificate in Regional Studies and International Institutions and the Post-Graduate Certificate in Multilateral Diplomacy and International Institutions between the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Open University of Catalonia (UOC) holds great significance.

The Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy is a UOC-Certified Master’s Degree (awarded according to the rules and regulations set by the Spanish education system). Given its specificity, it does not give general access to Doctoral studies (Ph.D. and similar). Validation of credits for access to such programs can be requested from competent institutions.

The Master’s in International Affairs and Diplomacy is a degree awarded by UOC ("Título propio" in Spanish).

Universities around the world have different requirements and we are not in a position to certify that all universities will accept the Master’s degree as sufficient.

For enquiries about the next intake, please email mdp-elearning@unitar.org.

Beneficiaries

These online programmes are designed to be perfectly suited to the needs of students and full-time professionals interested in both developing essential knowledge for understanding international affairs, as well as strengthening their capacities in the practice of diplomacy.

The degrees will allow diplomats, government officials, students and other stakeholders to upgrade their studies and knowledge with a formally recognized degree combining the best of university education and UN executive training.

Application and Programme Details

Full-time students can complete the Online Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy, the Post-Graduate Certificate in Regional Studies and International Institutions, or the Post-Graduate Certificate in Multilateral Diplomacy and International Institutions in 2 semesters. Part-time students can complete the programme in 4 semesters.

*Please note we encourage working professionals to opt for the part-time option due to the comprehensive workload

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To learn more and register, please click on the links below:

UOC-UNITAR Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy (MARCH 2024)

UOC-UNITAR Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy (OCTOBER 2024)

Post-Graduate Certificates and Specializations

UOC-UNITAR Post-Graduate Certificates (MARCH 2024)

UOC-UNITAR Post-Graduate Certificates (OCTOBER 2024)

UOC-UNITAR Specializations - New* (MARCH 2024)

UOC-UNITAR Specializations - New* (OCTOBER 2024)

Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will:

Gain critical understanding of key issues and concepts in world affairs and international relations as well as practical knowledge they could leverage in their professional careers
Master analytical skills and critical thinking
Be able to perform in both bilateral and multilateral working environments with increased confidence
Advance their career trajectory with newly acquired skills, and join a broad group of alumni around the world

Methodology

The design and training methodologies devote particular attention to:

Full online delivery, allowing for a flexible schedule designed to fit the specific needs of full-time working professionals;
Student-centered approach, in which the learner and the learning experience at the core of the programme;
Leading-edge insights into prevailing theories and practices;
Lifelong learning approach, in which the workplace is used as the main learning environment;
Multi-cultural pedagogy, particularly attentive at the diversity of paradigms, perceptions and intellectual traditions;
Multi-disciplinary approach.