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M.S. in International Affairs and Diplomatic Practice

Key information
University UNITAR & Seton Hall University
Country United States
Learning mode Online
Pace Full-time, Part-time
Duration 12 months
Application deadline(s) Rolling. 2nd Priority Deadline: March 31.
Official Website Click here

Applications are now open for the joint Online Master’s Programme in International Affairs and Diplomatic Practice, offered by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and Seton Hall University (SHU).

The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and Seton Hall University (SHU) have partnered to offer a joint Online Master’s Programme in International Affairs and Diplomatic Practice, designed for mid-career professionals who seek to develop additional skills or credentials to further advance in their careers.

This unique Master’s Programme offers students the opportunity to learn practical strategies in leadership, encompassing organizational management, as well as the ability to recognize attributes for successful leadership in international organizations, the business sector, and elsewhere. By selecting this M.S programme, students will gain negotiation and mediation skills, understand the tenets of project management and public diplomacy, comprehend the pillars of diplomatic communication, and gain the ability to apply their knowledge in a variety of practical situations.

All of these critical skills will prepare them for a successful career in a variety of fields related to international affairs and diplomacy – whether they are looking for a career change, advancement or otherwise.

Important Information: If taken full time, the programme will last one academic year, and two years when taken part time. The estimated amount of contact hours is between 300 and 450 hours, with students gaining a total of 30 credits upon completion of the programme, twelve of which are core credits and eighteen are electives. Admissions requirements include a bachelor’s degree and proficiency in English. The mode of delivery will be online and will offer both synchronous and asynchronous components.

Fall Start Date: 26 August 2024

Fall Enrollment: Rolling. 2nd Priority Deadline: March 31

For more information, please refer to the programme page, or contact diplomat@shu.edu.

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