Applications are now open for the Executive Diploma in Economics, Energy and Development Diplomacy, an elite hybrid training programme jointly delivered by Université Paris-Saclay and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) for the academic year running from September 2026 to June 2027. Tiered fee reductions are available based on country income levels and alumni status.
Get direct access to international decision-making circles with this unique, comprehensive training curriculum, including intensive opportunities to network, analyze public policies, and navigate strategic career pathways within international organizations and global policy spaces. The Executive Diploma includes expert academic lectures, specialized training modules, and structured leadership workshops focused on multilateral engagement. In dedicated professional development sessions integrated across the curriculum, learn advanced negotiation techniques, conference diplomacy, diplomatic report writing, and public speaking from seasoned international experts and academics.
The program includes two intensive international immersion weeks featuring 3-day immersion modules of capacity-building workshops, on-site field visits, and expert briefings at major institutional premises across both host cities:
- Paris Week (3-Day Immersion): Features visits and briefings at Paris-based institutions, including the International Energy Agency (IEA), UNESCO, the OECD, and the United Nations University (UNU).
- Geneva Week (3-Day Immersion): Features visits and briefings at Geneva-based organizations, including the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The programme follows a progressive 16-module curriculum delivered throughout the academic year:
- Online Core Learning: 125 academic hours total (85 hours via Université Paris-Saclay and 40 hours via UNITAR) running from September 2026 to June 2027.
- In-Person Experience: Two intensive immersion weeks hosted on-site in Paris and Geneva.
- Application Deadline: 31 August 2026.
This high-level university diploma is designed for diplomats, civil servants, international organization staff, and senior professionals seeking to operate confidently at the intersection of economics, energy governance, and global diplomacy. To apply or request information regarding eligibility criteria, tuition structures, and available fee reductions, kindly send an email to the programme coordinators via the official contact portal. For more information on costs, dates, and application procedures, please visit the official website.
